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Microcrystalline Cellulose Powder 
Product Name: Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) Powder – Pharmaceutical & Industrial Excipient.CAS No.: 9004‑34‑6.Chemical Name: Microcrystalline Cellulose.Grade: Pharmaceutical / Excipient Grade. (USP / IP / BP / EP usable).Appearance: White to off‑white odorless, tasteless free‑flowing powder.Packaging: 20 kg / 25 kg HDPE bags with liner or custom packaging.

Product Overview:
Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) is a purified, partially depolymerized cellulose derived from plant‑based α‑cellulose that appears as a fine white crystalline powder. It is one of the most widely used inactive excipients in pharmaceutical manufacturing due to its excellent compressibility, binding, and flow properties. It is practically insoluble in water and most organic solvents but swells and absorbs water efficiently, making it ideal for a range of formulation needs.
Key Features & Benefits:Versatile Pharmaceutical Excipient: MCC acts as a binder, diluent, filler, and disintegrant in tablet and capsule formulations. Superior Compressibility: Provides excellent binding and compaction properties for strong, uniform tablets. Improves Flow & Processing: Enhances powder blending, flowability, and manufacturing efficiency. Consistent Quality: Chemically inert and stable, MCC supports reliable batch‑to‑batch performance. Multi‑Industry Application: Suitable for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and cosmetic formulations.
Applications:Microcrystalline Cellulose Powder is widely used in:Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: As a tablet binder/diluent and disintegrant in oral solid dosage forms (tablets & capsules) for direct compression and wet granulation. Nutraceuticals & Supplements: Functional filler and binder in health‑oriented tablets and capsules. Food Products: Used as a stabilizer, anti‑caking agent, and bulking additive in processed foods. Cosmetics & Personal Care: Adds structure, bulk, and stability to creams, powders, and other formulations. 
Typical Specifications:Appearance: White to off‑white free‑flowing powder. Solubility: Insoluble in water, dilute acids, and most organic solvents. pH (10 % slurry): ~5.0–7.5. Moisture / Loss on Drying: ≤ 7 % (approx.).Particle Size: Depends on grade (e.g., 50–250 µm).
Storage & Handling:Store Microcrystalline Cellulose Powder in a cool, dry, and well‑ventilated place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly sealed to maintain free‑flowing properties. Use standard PPE (gloves, mask) while handling to avoid inhalation of fine particles.