Lignocaine Powder
Description
Pharmaceutical Grade Lignocaine Powder – High-Purity Local Anesthetic API for Medical and Cosmetic Applications
Xi'an Le-Nutra Ingredients Inc. supplies pharmaceutical quality Lignocaine Powder (CAS No. 137-58-6) with a purity of ≥99.0% in our certified 60,000㎡ GMP-compliant production facility. With over 14 years of industry experience and a solid production capacity of 3,000 tonnes per year, our product provides fast-acting anaesthetic, high stability and extensive compatibility with injectable, topical, dental and cosmetic formulations. We offer reliable raw material solutions for pharmaceutical makers, cosmetic developers and contract formulators globally with tight quality control processes, thorough compliance paperwork (FDA, ISO, COA, TDS, MSDS) and 98% on-time global delivery.
Understanding Lignocaine Powder as a Critical Pharmaceutical Raw Material
The substance is white crystalline powder. It is also known as Lidocaine. It is an amide-type local anaesthetic. It is effective in blocking sodium channels to stop nerve impulse transmission. Unlike the ester-based anaesthetics, which decompose fast in aqueous media, this molecule has improved chemical stability and reduced allergenic potential and hence is the preferred active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for pain management applications.
Lignocaine of high purity is used in the pharmaceutical sector because it has predictable pharmacokinetics and is compatible with formulations. This raw material is used in a range of dosage forms – from injectable anaesthesia in surgical operations to topical pain relief creams and cardiac arrhythmia therapy – addressing key operational challenges such as batch uniformity, regulatory compliance and formulation stability.
Technical Specifications and Quality Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Lignocaine (Lidocaine) |
| CAS Number | 137-58-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C14H22N2O |
| Molecular Weight | 234.34 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay (Purity) | ≥99.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm |
| Storage Conditions | Cool, dry place away from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | 24 months (unopened original packaging) |
Five Core Advantages for Industrial Applications
Fast Onset of Action: A unique molecular framework that allows for rapid penetration across lipid membranes. Anaesthetic effects are seen within 2-5 minutes in most formulations, decreasing patient discomfort and increasing procedure efficiency.
Powerful Local Anaesthetic Activity: Our formulations have potent pain-relieving properties that make them suited for minor surgical operations, dental procedures and dermatological applications since they block voltage-gated sodium channels.
Excellent Safety and Tolerability: Clinical data demonstrate a wide therapeutic window with minimal systemic toxicity when used in the prescribed dosage range, decreasing formulation liability and supporting regulatory approval processes.
Good Stability and Compatibility: The crystalline powder form retains its efficacy for 24 months when stored properly and has great compatibility with a wide range of excipients, carriers and delivery systems, without chemical degradation.
Flexible Dosage Form Compatibility: This raw material is versatile for use in a wide variety of dosage forms including injectable solutions, transdermal patches, oral gels, and cosmetic serums allowing for easy integration into multiple manufacturing processes and product formats.
Diverse Application Scenarios Across Industries
Pharmaceutical producers use this active ingredient in injectable formulations for regional anaesthesia for surgical procedures and diagnostic examinations. Its high purity allows accurate dosing and lowers the risk of adverse reactions in critical care.
It is used by topical formulation manufacturers in pain management creams, ointments and patches for localised pain from burns, insect bites and mild accidents. The Lignocaine Powder is stable and hence has a long shelf life in OTC products.
It's the same thing that dental product makers use in oral gels and sprays to numb the mouth temporarily before injections or minor operations. The fast onset trait improves the patient experience and procedural workflow.
Cosmetic and personal care firms use it in dermal fillers and tattooing products, where temporary numbing promotes client comfort during aesthetic operations. Its good tolerability profile allows it to be used safely for sensitive applications on the face.
It is used as an API in antiarrhythmic formulations for the management of ventricular arrhythmias by cardiac pharmaceutical makers, exhibiting its therapeutic versatility as well as local anaesthetic.
Quality Assurance and Compliance Documentation
We work in a modern production facility that follows strict GMP standards and ensures total quality control at every level. Each batch undergoes strict testing for HPLC purity analysis, heavy metal screening, microbial contamination testing and residual solvent identification.
You receive full documentation packages including Certificate of Analysis (COA), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and Method of Analysis (MOA). Upon request, we may also provide certifications of FDA and ISO compliance to assist your regulatory submissions.
Full batch traceability systems enable us to trace the raw material sourcing, production parameters and quality test results. For important applications, you can arrange for independent verification from third-party testing providers.

Flexible Packaging and Global Delivery Options
Standard packaging: 25 kg fibre drums with double layer PE inner bags to protect against moisture and contamination. We offer custom packaging with 1kg bags for R&D samples and 5kg boxes for pilot production runs.
We support several delivery options such EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP to suit your logistics needs and financial constraints. We keep 30+ days of safety stock and long-term relationships with foreign freight carriers, allowing us to deliver 98% on-time.
Payment Terms 100% T/T in advance, Alibaba International Trade Assurance for transaction security, and other options (WeChat or Alipay) are available for eligible partners. Our responsive support team work with you on documentation, customs clearance and shipment tracking during the entire delivery process.
Comprehensive OEM and ODM Customization Services
In addition to our basic product offering, we offer full-service customisation for brands who develop proprietary formulas. Our R&D team works with you to tailor specifications, optimise purity and fine-tune particle size to suit your production equipment and formulation requirements.
Private labelling services include customised packaging design, printing of company logo and regulatory-compliant labelling in several languages. We support formula development initiatives where our scientists help develop novel delivery strategies or improve bioavailability using advanced complexation processes.
We have 6 multifunctional production lines for contract manufacturers who require ingredient pre-blending or co-processing. Batch sizes can range from 50 kg up to several tonnes, with constant quality across production cycles.
FAQ
Q: How long does it take for the substance to work in topical formulas?
A: The onset of anaesthetic action is expected to occur within 3-10 minutes depending on the thickness of the skin and the region of application when prepared in cream or gel formulations with suitable penetration enhancers. Occlusive dressing may expedite onset by boosting cutaneous absorption.
Q: How does your product ensure batch-to-batch consistency for pharmaceutical manufacturing?
A: We have strong raw material qualification methods, verified production processes and statistical process control. Each production batch performs the same testing methods with acceptance criteria in compliance with pharmacopeial standards, so the efficacy of your formulations is maintained.
Q: Is this powder suitable for liposomal or nano-particle delivery?
A: Yeah. Lignocaine is moderately lipophilic and is well encapsulated in liposomal and polymeric nanoparticle systems. This method prolongs duration of action and minimises systemic absorption, perfect for advanced topical and injectable formulations.
Q: What are the storage conditions to avoid deterioration?
A: Store in tightly sealed containers, away from direct light, in a cool (15-25°C), dry place. The crystalline form is relatively stable but hygroscopic therefore is best stored at low humidity (<60% RH) with desiccant packs to prevent caking and retain effectiveness over the 24 month shelf life.
Q: Is there regulatory backing for foreign market registration?
A: Our technical team can provide Drug Master Files (DMF) supporting paperwork, stability study data and method validation reports for your regulatory application. We comply with USP, EP and BP monographs for major pharmaceutical markets.

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Ready to secure a stable supply of pharmaceutical-grade Lignocaine Powder for your next formulation project? Contact our technical sales team at enquiry@lenutra.com to request samples or explore partnership opportunities.
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