Peptide Packaging Guide
Containers, Closures, and Labeling
Vial Types
| Vial Type | Material | Application |
| Type I borosilicate glass | Glass (USP <660>) | GMP products, lyophilized |
| Type III soda-lime glass | Glass | Research peptides |
| Polypropylene | Plastic | Low-cost, non-GMP |
| HDPE | Plastic | Bulk powder, non-sterile |
Vial Closure System
| Component | Material | Function |
| Stopper | Chlorobutyl rubber | Seal, resealability |
| Flip-off seal | Aluminum + plastic | Tamper evidence |
| Crimp cap | Aluminum | Stopper retention |
Labeling Requirements
Research Grade
- Product name and sequence
- Net peptide weight
- Purity (HPLC %)
- Storage condition
- Batch number
- Expiry date
- Safety warnings (if applicable)
GMP Grade (adds)
- Manufacturer address
- Dosage form
- Excipients listed
- Regulatory status
- Barcode/QR code
- Tamper-evident seal indicator
Packaging Validation
| Test | Purpose | Standard |
| Container-closure integrity | Seal check | USP <1207> |
| Leak test | Pressure/vacuum | ASTM |
| Extractables/leachables | Material safety | USP <1663> |
| Moisture vapor transmission | Desiccant protection | USP <671> |
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