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Area of Science:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Pharmaceutical Science
  • Process Chemistry

Background:

  • Optimizing solvent selection is crucial for efficient active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) isolation.
  • Minimizing experimental work in purification process design is a key industrial challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a predictive tool for rational solvent selection in API isolation.
  • To minimize experimental efforts in designing purification processes.
  • To optimize solvent usage for yield, purity, and process efficiency.

Main Methods:

  • A multi-step solvent selection workflow was developed.
  • Initial crystallization solvent selection based on yield and solvent consumption.
  • Ranking of isolation solvents using thermodynamic considerations and mass balance modeling.
  • Experimental verification and process condition adjustment incorporating mass transport and kinetics.

Main Results:

  • A logical solvent ranking approach supported by solubility predictions was established.
  • Digital tools were employed for material property transfer between operations.
  • The workflow predicts optimal purification strategies, addressing isolation and preserving particle attributes.
  • Risks of precipitation and dissolution during washing were considered.

Conclusions:

  • The presented solvent selection workflow enables prediction of optimal purification strategies.
  • This approach enhances efficiency by minimizing experimental work and optimizing solvent use.
  • It ensures preservation of particle attributes during isolation and washing steps.
  • The method supports the selection of solvents favorable for drying.