MICROCEL® 302 SD
Microcrystalline Cellulose
EP/USP-NF/JP compliance
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Product Name |
MICROCEL® 302 SD Microcrystalline Cellulose |
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Synonyms |
Cellulose, Microcrystalline |
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CAS Number |
9004-34-6 |
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Chemical Structure |
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Physical Form or Appearence |
White, non-fibrous powder |
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Application |
MICROCEL® 302 SD Microcrystalline Cellulose is a direct compression excipient for pharmaceutical oral dosage and nutraceutical forms (fiber source). It is also suitable for dry granulation. MICROCEL® 302 SD is a spray-dried product from EXCiPACT (International Pharmaceutical Excipients Certification) certified plant. |
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Water Content (LOD) |
Maximum water content: 5% |
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Morphology |
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Average Mean Particle Diameter |
100 µm |
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Particle Size Distribution by Laser Diffraction |
dv10 = 14 µm dv50 = 72 µm dv90 = 190 µm |
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Solubility |
Slightly soluble in 5% w/v sodium hydroxide solution; practically insoluble in water, dilute acids, and most organic solvents. |
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Water sorption isotherm at 20°C |
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Taste/Odor |
Odorless and tasteless |
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Compression Behaviour |
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Experimental Conditions for Compression Behavior |
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Powder Characteristics |
Bulk Density: 0.41 g/cm3 (according to Ph.Eur. 2.9.16, 25mm outflow opening) |
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