Novartis AG
SURFACTANT SYSTEMS FOR CRYSTALLIZATION OF ORGANIC COMPOUNDS

Abstract:

The present invention is directed to methods for producing crystals or aggregates of organic compounds using a composition comprising a surfactant-water mixture, the organic compound and optionally an organic solvent as starting composition. This surfactant system enables the production of a high variety of different crystals and aggregates. The method is in particular suitable for obtaining crystals and aggregates optimized for isolation and purification during chemical synthesis processes.