Formulation
A formulation is a mixture that is prepared according to a specific procedure (called a “formula”). Formulations are made for particular applications and normally are more effective than their individual components when these are used singly.
Formulations are commercially produced for drugs, cosmetics, foods, paints, coatings, cleaning agents, and many other things.
Components
Components (also called ingredients), when mixed together according to a formula, create a formulation.
Some components impart specific properties to the formulation when it is put into use. For example, certain components (polymers) are used in paint formulations to achieve deforming or levelling properties.[1] Some components of a formulation may not be active in a particular application.
A formulation may be created for any of the following purposes:
- to achieve effects that cannot be obtained from its components when these are used singly
- to achieve a higher degree of effectiveness
- to create synergetic action of their components[2]
See also
References
Cite error: Invalid <references> tag;
parameter "group" is allowed only.
<references />, or <references group="..." />- ↑ Paints, Coatings and Inks Formulation Daily updated library of Articles and Editorials; Additives, Resins & Pigments Database; Technical Solutions to innovate with Paints, Coatings, and Inks
- ↑ Introduction to Formulation Science
