METHOCEL™ F450 Modified Cellulose Food Grade - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ F450 Modified Cellulose Food Grade - Specialty a modified cellulose with the chemical name Hypromellose, is utilized in various pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. Utilizing granulation and tablet coating manufacturing technologies, it serves as a binder, controlled release agent, film former, gelling agent, and immediate release agent, offering water solubility.

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

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, BSE-free, Bisphenol A-free, CMR Substances-free, Caffeine Free, Colorants-free, Dairy-free, Dioxin-free, Dye Free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Glycerin-free, Halal, Hormones-free, Hypoallergenic, Irradiation-free, Kosher, Low Odor, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Mycotoxins-free, Natural Latex Rubber-Free, Naturally Derived, Nitrosamines-free, Non-GMO, Organic, 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, Residual Solvent -Free, Sewage Sludge Free, Sugar-free, TSE-free, Tributyl Tin Compounds-Free, Triphenyl Tin Compounds-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), ICH Q3C, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, Indian Pharmacopeia, JECFA (FAO/WHO), Japan Pharmacopeia (JP), Kosher, National Formulary (NF), Organic Certified, Orthodox Union Kosher, REACH Exempt (Europe), 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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Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Off Color Particlesmax. 15/gPSM 101522
Color (at 2% in Water)max. 100APHAPSM 100946
pH (at 1% solution)5.0 - 8.0-PSM 100668
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 5.0%PSM 100667
Residue on Ignition*max. 1.5%Current FCC
Viscosity (at 20°C, 2% in Water)400 - 630mPa.sUbbelohde, Current FCC
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Coliform*Absent/g-
E. coli*Absent/gCurrent USP
Listeria monocytogenes*Absent/25gBAMM
Pseudomonas aeruginosa*Absent/gCurrent USP
Salmonella*Absent/10gCurrent USP
Staphylococcus aureus*Absent/gCurrent USP
Bacillus Cereus*max. 100/gBAMM
Clostridium botulinum*max. 100/gBAMM
Yeast and Mold Count*max. 500/gCurrent USP Total Count
Total Plate Count*max. 500/gCurrent USP Total Count
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Water (Calculated)5/g-
Sodium Chloride (Calculated)1/g-
Iron Content (Calculated)15mg-
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxypropoxyl Content4.0 - 7.5%Current FCC
Methoxyl Content27.0 - 30.0%Current FCC
Sodium Chloride Contentmax. 1.0%PSM 101985
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Iron Contentmax. 150mg/KgPSM 101985
Magnetic Iron Content*max. 30mg/KgPSM 100041
Lead Content*max. 2mg/KgCurrent JECFA
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Screen (<420 micron, through 40 U.S.STD.Sieve)min. 95.0%PSM 100669
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.
  • Audit Basis [AB]*

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Nutritional Information
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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