Description

6-Carboxycellulose, Sodium Salt is a water-soluble, anionic derivative of cellulose, widely utilized as a versatile thickening, stabilizing, and suspending agent. Its unique carboxymethyl structure provides excellent viscosity control and compatibility in aqueous systems, making it a critical functional additive. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food, personal care, and industrial sectors seeking reliable rheology modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: As a binder, disintegrant, and controlled-release matrix in tablet and capsule production.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a thickener, stabilizer, and texture modifier in sauces, dairy products, and ice cream.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as a viscosity enhancer and emulsion stabilizer in lotions, creams, and toothpastes.
• Detergents & Cleaning Products: Acts as a soil-suspending agent and anti-redeposition agent in liquid and powder detergents.
• Paper & Textile Manufacturing: Employed as a sizing agent and coating additive to improve strength and printability.
• Ceramics & Drilling Fluids: Serves as a water-retention aid and viscosity modifier in various industrial slurries.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Carboxycellulose, Sodium Salt
CAS No.	9069-12-9
Molecular Formula	(C6H7O2(OH)2CH2COONa)n
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose; CMC; Carmellose Sodium; Cellulose Gum; E466; Tylose; Akucell; Blanose; Cellogen
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Carboxycellulose, Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for key parameters such as viscosity, degree of substitution, purity, and pH. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and the product can be supplied to meet various standards including USP-NF, FCC, and Ph. Eur. upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose)	≥ 99.0%
Viscosity (2% aq. solution)	Contact for details
Degree of Substitution	0.65 - 0.95
pH (1% solution)	6.0 - 8.5
Loss on Drying	≤ 10.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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