Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose
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Excipients
Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose
Sodium carboxymethylcellulose (Sodium CMC) is white to cream-colored powder or granules. The powder is hygroscopic Derived from cellulose, it is an anionic polymer with diverse thickening, stabilizing, binding, suspending, and film-forming properties.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standards Compliance | Meets IP/BP/USP/NF/Ph.Eur. standards |
| Viscosity Grades | LVP, MVP, HVP, DVP, DVP Special |
| Degree of Substitution | 0.65 – 0.85 |
| Moisture Content | <10% |
| pH Value | 6.5 – 8.5 (as an aqueous solution) |
Why Choose Prachin for Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose
Forms clear, viscous solutions and gels in water
Excellent thickening, stabilizing, and suspending agent
Provides adhesive and binding properties
Creates strong and flexible films
Chemically stable and compatible with many ingredients
Common Applications
Pharmaceutical
Thickener, binder, suspending agent in syrups, gels, tablets, and emulsions
Food
Stabilizer, thickener, and texture modifier in ice creams, beverages, baked goods, and more
Cosmetics
Thickener and film-former in lotions, creams, toothpastes, and shampoos
Industrial
Papermaking, textiles, oil drilling, paints, ceramics and adhesives