Methyl cellulose, MP Biomedicals™

Catalog No.	Quantity
MP215549691	1 kg
MP215549683	250 g
ICN15549690	500 g

Catalog No. MP215549691 Supplier MP Biomedicals, Inc Supplier No. 0215549691

Description

Methyl cellulose , White Powder

• It is used as a substitute for water-soluble gums,to render paper grease proof in adhesives,as thickening agent in cosmetics,as protective colloid in emulsions,as binder and stabilizer in foods,as bulk producer in the formulation of dietetic foods,Pharmaceutic aid (suspending agent),Laxative.
• It is a chemical compound derived from cellulose. It is a hydrophilic white powder in pure form and dissolves in cold (but not in hot) water, forming a clear viscous solution or gel.
• It is used as a thickener and emulsifier in various food and cosmetic products. It is not digestible, not toxic, and not an allergen.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 9004-67-5
• Molecular Formula: C20H38O11
• MDL Number: MFCD00081763
• Synonym: Cellulose methyl ether, Methocel MC, Cellothyl, Syncelose

• Color: White
• pH: 6.7
• Loss on Drying: ≤5.0%
• Quantity: 1 kg
• Solubility Information: Soluble in cold water. Insoluble in hot water.
• InChI Key: YLGXILFCIXHCMC-UHFFFAOYNA-N
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 454.51
• Physical Form: Powder

Safety and Handling

RTECSNumber	FJ5959000
storageNote1	Store at Room Temperature (15-30°C).

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