Microcrystalline cellulose is a kind of pure, partially depolymerized cellulose, which is white, odorless, tasteless and crystalline powder composed of porous particles.
CAS No. :
9004-34-6EINECS :
232-674-9Package :
25KG/DRUMBrand :
TOPINCHEM®Origin :
CHINAFormula :
(C12H20O10)nMinimum Order :
200KGItem :
Microcrystalline CelluloseSupply Food Grade Mcc 101 Microcrystalline Cellulose Powder CAS 9004-34-6
Description
Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) is a product of natural cellulose that is hydrolyzed by acid to its ultimate degree of polymerization. It has advantages such as low density, high modulus, renewability, biodegradability, and a wide range of sources, and can be used as a reinforcing agent to improve the performance of composite materials.
Specification
| Item | Specification | Result | 
| Assay (Test By HPLC) | USP BP | conforms | 
| Appearance | White or similar white powder | conforms | 
| Odor | Characteristic | conforms | 
| Taste | Characteristic | conforms | 
| Particle Size | NLT 100% Through 80 mesh | conforms | 
| Loss on Drying | <3.0% | 1.08% | 
| Heavy metals | ||
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm | conforms | 
| Arsenic | ≤2ppm | conforms | 
| Lead | ≤2ppm | conforms | 
| Microbiological Tests | ||
| Total Plate Count | ≤1000cfu/g | conforms | 
| Total Yeast & Mold | ≤100cfu/g | conforms | 
| E.Coli | Negative | Negative | 
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative | 
Application
Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) can be used as a filter aid: Anti-bonding agent; Bonding agent; Compatibilizer; Fragmentation agent; Dispersant; Organizational improvers; Thickener; Water treatment agent.
