Microcrystalline Cellulose | 9004-34-6

Description :

Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC)

Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) is a naturally derived, purified, and partially depolymerized cellulose prized for its exceptional binding and stabilizing properties. As a leading raw chemical supplier, Triveni Chemicals provides high-quality Microcrystalline Cellulose designed to meet the rigorous standards of the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic industries.

We support manufacturers across India and the global market, ensuring a consistent supply of this versatile emulsifier stabilizer from our strategic industrial base in Vapi, Gujarat.

Key Technical Specifications

Triveni Chemicals ensures our Microcrystalline Cellulose meets the technical benchmarks required for high-speed tableting and formulation stability:

• Chemical Name: Microcrystalline Cellulose
• Chemical Formula: C6H10O5n
• Appearance: Fine, white or almost white, odorless crystalline powder
• Purity: Complies with USP/BP/EP/IP standards
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, ethanol, and organic solvents
• CAS Number: 9004-34-6

For specific particle size distribution (e.g., MCC 101, 102) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), please contact the technical department at Triveni Chemicals.

Industrial & Commercial Applications

Microcrystalline Cellulose is recognized as one of the most important tableting excipients due to its unique compressibility and flowability:

• Pharmaceuticals: Functions as a premier binder, filler, and disintegrant in solid dosage forms (tablets and capsules). It enables direct compression and ensures uniform drug distribution and tablet hardness.

• Food & Beverage: Acts as an anti-caking agent, stabilizer, and fat replacer. It is widely used in shredded cheese, dairy products, and bakery items to maintain texture and moisture.

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Utilized in powders, lotions, and creams as a texturizer, absorbent, and opacifying agent to improve the spreadability and "skin-feel" of products.

• Nutraceuticals: A preferred filler for vitamins and dietary supplements, providing a stable and inert medium for active nutritional ingredients.

• Industrial Applications: Employed as a reinforcing agent in specialty papers and as a rheology modifier in various chemical coatings.

Explore our industrial applications page to find the specific grade of MCC (101, 102, or 200) that fits your production requirements.

Why Partner with Triveni Chemicals?

At Triveni Chemicals, we prioritize quality assurance and logistical precision to support your manufacturing goals:

• Grade Versatility: We offer multiple grades of MCC with varying particle sizes and moisture levels to optimize your specific manufacturing equipment performance.

• Global Logistics Reach: Operating from India’s industrial heartland, we manage secure and efficient transport to domestic and international destinations.

• Certified Compliance: Every batch is tested for microbial limits and heavy metals, ensuring full compliance with international pharmacopeia and food safety standards.

Looking for a consistent supply of Microcrystalline Cellulose?

Request a quote today to discuss your bulk volume requirements or explore the full product catalog from Triveni Chemicals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What exactly is Microcrystalline Cellulose employed to do?
   

   It's used as an excipient with multiple functions in capsules and pharmaceutical tablets mostly to act as a binder, disintegrant and disintegrant.
   
   

2. What is the various grades of MCC?
   

   The most common grades are MCC 101 (standard), MCC 102 (granular) and the grade MCC 200 (larger particles). MCC 200 (larger particles) Each grade is suited to different needs in formulation and compression needs.
   

3. Is Microcrystalline Cellulose safe?
   

   Yes, it is generally recognised as safe (GRAS) and widely accepted as a pharmaceutical excipient with an excellent safety profile.