METHOCEL™ A4M Premium Methylcellulose

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METHOCEL™ A4M Premium Methylcellulose a water-soluble additive, is utilized in granulation and wet granulation manufacturing. It functions as a binder in ceramics and pharmaceuticals, serving as a binder, film former, and gelling agent in various applications.

Chemical Name: Methylcellulose

CAS Number: 9004-67-5

Labeling Claims: APE-free, Aflatoxin-free, Allergen-free, Aluminum-free, Antibiotics-free, BSE-free, Bisphenol A-free, Caffeine Free, Colorants-free, Dioxin-free, Dye Free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Gluten-free, Glycerin-free, Halal, Hormones-free, Hypoallergenic, Kosher, Low Odor, Melamine-free, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Mycotoxins-free, Natural Latex Rubber-Free, Naturally Derived, Nitrosamines-free, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Odor-free, PAH-free, PFAS-Free, PFOS-free, PHO (Partially Hydrogenated Oil)-Free, PVC-free, Palm Oil-free, Paraben-free, Pareve, Perfluorooctanoic Acid-free, Pesticide-free, Phthalates-free, Plant-Based, Plasticizer-free, Preservative-free, Sugar-free, TSE-free, Tributyl Tin Compounds-Free, Triphenyl Tin Compounds-Free, USP 232 Elemental Impurities Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Zero Calorie

Certifications & Compliance: British Pharmacopeia (BP), CFDA Compliant (China), Chinese Pharmacopeia (ChP), Doping-Free, EXCiPACT, European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.), European Regulation 396/2005/EC, FCC Compliant, FDA 21 CFR 172.874, FDA 21 CFR 182.1480, FDA Compliant, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), GMP, Halal, ICH Q3C, ISO 14001, Japan Pharmacopeia (JP), National Formulary (NF), Regulation (EU) No. 10/2011 (PIM), Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008, Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), cGMP

Manufacturing Technology: Granulation, Wet Granulation

Synonyms: Cellulose Methyl Ether

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Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
OpalescencePass-Current EP
Color EvaluationPass-Current EP
pH (at 2% solution)5.0 - 8.0-Current USP/EP/JP
Color Evaluation (solution Color)Pass-Current EP
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Identification*Pass-Current USP/EP/JP
Residual Solvent*Pass-Current USP/EP/JP
Sulfated Ash Contentmax. 1.5%Current USP/EP/JP
Moisture Content (Loss on Drying)max. 5.0%Current USP/EP/JP
Residue on Ignitionmax. 1.5%Current USP/EP/JP
Apparent Viscosity (at 20°C, Brookfield, 2% in water)2,663 - 4,970mPa.sCurrent USP/EP/JP
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Pseudomonas aeruginosaAbsent/1gCurrent USP
Salmonella*Absent/10gCurrent USP
Staphylococcus aureus*Absent/1gCurrent USP
Yeast and Mold Count (Total)max. 100/gCurrent USP
Total Plate Countmax. 100/gCurrent USP
E. coli*Absent/gCurrent USP
E. coli*Absent-Current USP
Yeast and Mold Count (Total)*max. 100/gCurrent USP
Total Plate Count*max. 100/gCurrent USP
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Methoxyl Content27.5 - 31.5%Current USP/EP/JP
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Heavy Metals (as Lead)*max. 20mg/KgCurrent USP/EP/JP
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Screen (<420 micron, through 40 U.S.S)min. 99.0%PSM 100669
Screen (<420 micron, through 40 U.S.STD.Sieve)min. 99.0%PSM 100669
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Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Nutritional Infromation
USA
Nutritional Information (per 100 g)
Carbohydrates (g) 0
Non-Digestible Carbohydrates (g) 93.5
Water (g) 5
Ash (g) (includes salt and iron) 1.5
Total Fat (g) 0
Saturated Fat (g) 0
Trans Fat (g) 0
Protein (g) 0

 

Additional Nutrient Information (per 100 g)
Calories (Energy) (kcal) 0
Cholesterol (mg) 0
Total Dietary Fiber (g) 0
Soluble Fiber (g) 93.5
Insoluble Fiber (g) 0
Sugars (g) 0
Added Sugars (g) 0
Sodium (mg) 390
Chloride (mg) 610
Potassium (mg) 0
Magnesium (mg) 0
Iron (mg) 15
Zinc (mg) 0
Total Vitamin A (IU) 0
Vitamin C (mg) 0
Thiamin (mg) 0
Riboflavin (mg) 0
Vitamin D (IU) 0
Niacin (mg) 0
Vitamin B6 (mg) 0
Calcium (mg) 0
Phosphorus (mg) 0

 

European Union
Nutritional Information (per 100 g)
Energy 748 kJ / 187 kcal
Fat 0 g
Of which saturates 0 g
Carbohydrates 0 g
Of which sugars 0 g
Fibre 93.5 g
Protein 0 g
Salt 1.5 g

 

Australia & New Zealand
Nutritional Information (per 100 g)
Energy (kJ) 748
Carbohydrates (g) 0
Dietary Fibre (g) 93.5
Water (g) 5
Ash (g) (includes salt and iron) 0.4
Total Fat (g) 0
Saturated Fat (g) 0
Trans Fat (g) 0
Protein (g) 0

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