No information on the dusting potential of the additive was made available. The analysis (by sieving) of one batch of the additive8 showed that 100% of the additive had particles smaller than 420 μm.
In ophthalmology it is used due to its good wetting properties, excellent tissue and endothelium protection, efficient volume replacement and quick removal. Specifically, it can be used to wet the cornea during cataract, corneal or retinal procedures.