METHOCEL™ 327 Cellulose Ether - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ 327 Cellulose Ether - Specialty is ideal for various pharmaceutical applications, including tablet coating, granulation, wet granulation, tablets, capsules, and suspensions. This versatile product functions as an immediate release agent, thickener, solubilizer, viscosity modifier, binder, film former, gelling agent, mucoadhesive, and controlled release agent. It is sewage sludge-free and water-soluble, making it a reliable choice for food ingredient applications as well.

Synonyms: Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose ether, Methyl hydroxypropyl cellulose, Cellulose hydroxypropyl methyl ether, 2-Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, 2-Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose ether, Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, HPMC, Hypermellose, Hypromellose

Chemical Name: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Methylcellulose

Functions: Binder, Controlled Release Agent, Emulsifier, Film Former, Lubricant (Internal), Plasticizer, Rheology Modifier, Surfactant

Labeling Claims: APE-free, Aflatoxin-free, Allergen-free, Aluminum-free, Animal Products-free, Antibiotics-free, Artificial Flavor-Free, BSE-free, Bactericide-free, Bisphenol A-free, CMR Substances-free, Caffeine Free, Colorants-free, Dairy-free, Diethylene Glycol-free, Dioxin-free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Ethylene Glycol-free, Fungicide-free, Gluten-free, Glycerin-free, Halal, Herbicide-free, Hormones-free, Impurities-free, Irradiation-free, Kosher, Low Odor, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Mycotoxins-free, NPE-free, Natural Latex Rubber-Free, Naturally Derived, Nitrosamines-free, No Artificial Sweeteners, Non-GMO, Odor-free, Organic, PAH-free, PFAS-Free, PFOA-free, PFOS-free, PHO (Partially Hydrogenated Oil)-Free, PVC-free, Palm Oil-free, Paraben-free, Perfluorocarbon (PFC)-free, Pesticide-free, Phthalates-free, Plant-Based, Plasticizer-free, Potassium-free, Preservative-free, Quaternary Ammonium Salt-Free, Radioactive-free, Residual Solvent -Free, Sewage Sludge Free, Steroids Free, Sugar-free, TSE-free, Tributyltin (TBT) - Free, VOC-free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Zero Calorie

Certifications & Compliance: British Pharmacopeia (BP), Chinese Pharmacopeia (ChP), Directive 1333/2008/EC, Directive 2001/83/EC, Directive 2009/48/EC, Directive 2023/2055/EU, Doping-Free, EC No. 1935/2004, EC No. 2023/2006, EC No.1907/2006, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, EU Directive 2002/72/EC, EU Packaging Directive (94/62/EC), European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.), European Regulation 396/2005/EC, FCC Compliant, FDA 21 CFR 101.9, FDA 21 CFR 172.874, FDA 21 CFR 174.5, FDA 21 CFR 175.105, FDA 21 CFR 175.300, FDA 21 CFR 176.170, FDA 21 CFR 176.180, FDA 21 CFR 182.1480, FDA Compliant, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), FFDCA, FSSC 22000, GMP, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, Indian Pharmacopeia, Japan Pharmacopeia (JP), National Formulary (NF), Organic Certified, Orthodox Union Kosher, Regulation (EC) No. 1333/2008, Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011 (PIM), Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011, Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008, Regulation (EU) No. 1829/2003, Regulation (EU) No. 1830/2003, Regulation (EU) No. 1935/2004, Regulation (EU) No. 2022/1396, Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012, USDA Organic, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), cGMP

Dosage Form: Tablets

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Physical Form
Soluble In
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Content (as Packaged)max. 6.0%PSM 100667
Viscosity (at 20°C, 1% in Water)2,300 - 3,300mPa.sBrookfield, PSM 101936
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Sodium Chloride Contentmax. 3.0%PSM 101985
Note
  • All section names come under PHS.
  • The following specifications apply to sealed, unopened containers stored under the recommended conditions for the duration of the shelf life.

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