Purpose information

Code:
BFRAG

Name:
Buffering Agent

Routes Of administration:
Oral , Topical

Comment:
Chemicals which have the property of maintaining the pH of an aqueous medium in a narrow range even if small amounts of acids or bases are added. Buffering agents and pH adjusters are used to alter and to maintain a product's pH at the desired level (e.g. malic acid, sodium citrate). Called buffers for short.