Description

Microcrystalline Cellulose CAS NO 9004-34-6 is a purified, partially depolymerized cellulose prepared by treating α-cellulose with mineral acids. This versatile excipient is valued for its exceptional binding, disintegrant, and flow-aiding properties, making it a critical component in solid dosage form manufacturing. It is an indispensable material for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food industries, where it ensures product uniformity, stability, and performance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Tableting: Primarily used as a binder, diluent, and disintegrant in direct compression and wet granulation processes for tablets and capsules.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Serves as a key excipient in vitamin, mineral, and herbal supplement formulations to ensure proper compaction and dosage accuracy.
• Food Industry: Functions as an anti-caking agent, texturizer, fat replacer, and dietary fiber in various processed foods, sauces, and dairy products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as a viscosity modifier, absorbent, and gentle abrasive in creams, lotions, and toothpaste.
• Industrial Applications: Acts as a reinforcing agent, binder, and stabilizer in ceramics, paints, and other specialty chemical formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Microcrystalline Cellulose
CAS No.	9004-34-6
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O5)n
Molecular Weight	~36,000 (variable, based on polymerization degree)
Synonyms	Cellulose Gel; Powdered Cellulose; Avicel® (Trade Name); MCC; Cellulose Microcrystalline; E460(i); Insoluble Dietary Fiber; α-Cellulose; Hydrolyzed Cellulose; Crystalline Cellulose
EINECS	232-674-9

Quality Control

Our Microcrystalline Cellulose is manufactured under strict quality systems to meet the rigorous standards of the pharmaceutical and food industries. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeias, including USP-NF, Ph. Eur., JP, and FCC. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying identity, purity, particle size, and functional performance. Our quality commitment ensures consistent lot-to-lot performance for your critical formulations.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect flow properties and compaction characteristics.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white, fine or granular powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
pH (10% suspension)	5.0 - 7.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 7.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Microbial Enumeration	Meets Ph. Eur./USP criteria
Particle Size Distribution	Grade-specific (e.g., 90% between 20-100 µm)
Bulk Density	Grade-specific (e.g., 0.30 - 0.45 g/cm³)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.