indifferent von

10:48 Oct 24, 2012
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German to English translations [PRO]
Medical - Medical: Pharmaceuticals
German term or phrase: indifferent von
"Nach Befüllung der Weichkapseln und anschließendem Verschweißen der oberen Kapselnaht werden diese sofort dem Trockentumbler zugeführt, wo sie aussen lösungsmittelfrei und indifferent von dem noch anhaftenden restlichen Öl gereinigt werden."

I am having a bit of a problem understanding the "indifferent von" part. Help appreciated!

Thanks!
Lirka
Austria
Local time: 18:04


Summary of answers provided
4but still have
TechLawDC
3completely
David Hollywood
3of no concern
Anna Zebina


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completely


Explanation:
I think this is what it means here

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Note added at 54 mins (2012-10-24 11:43:17 GMT)
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removed my previous answer as in retro I think it just means the oil wil be removed without using anz solvents

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Note added at 55 mins (2012-10-24 11:44:27 GMT)
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"any" (sorry was on German keyboard and got my y and z switched)

David Hollywood
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but still have


Explanation:
they are cleaned to remove all external solvent but they may still have a certain amount of residual oil adhering to them [externally].

TechLawDC
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of no concern


Explanation:
IMHO

Anna Zebina
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