MICROCEL™ MC-200
Microcrystalline Cellulose
EP/USP-NFcompliance
Product Name |
MICROCEL™ MC-200 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™ MC-200 / Microcrystalline Cellulose is a direct compression excipient and fiber source for pharmaceutical oral dosage and nutraceutical forms. It is also suitable for capsule filling. |
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Water Content (LOD) |
Maximum water content: 7 % |
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Morphology |
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Average Mean Particle Diameter |
180 µm |
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Particle Size Distribution by Laser Diffraction |
dv10 = 65.8 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 |
Powder Flowability (according to Ph.Eur. 2.9.16, 10mm outflow opening): 8 s Bulk Density: 0.42 g/cm3 Specific surface area: 0.8 m2/g |