METHOCEL™ F4M Modified Cellulose Food Grade - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ F4M Modified Cellulose Food Grade - Specialty known for its water solubility, is utilized in various pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. It serves as a controlled release agent, film former, and gelling agent. Its manufacturing involves granulation and tablet coating processes.

Ingredient Name: Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC)

Chemical Name: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Ingredient Origin: Plant Origin

Functions: Binder, Controlled Release Agent, Film Former, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: APE-free, Aflatoxin-free, Aluminum-free, Antibiotics-free, BSE-free, Bisphenol A-free, CMR Substances-free, Caffeine Free, Colorants-free, Dairy-free, Dioxin-free, Dye Free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), 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, Odor-free, 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, 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, Directive 2023/915/EU, Doping-Free, EC No. 2023/2006, EC No.1907/2006, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, 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), FEMA Compliant, FSSC 22000, GMP, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, 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, Swiss Ordinance (SR 817.023.21), USDA Organic, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU, cGMP

Physical Form: Powder

Dosage Form: Tablets

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

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Cellulose Ethers
Chemical Name
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Ingredient Name
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC)
Ingredient Origin
Plant Origin
Food Ingredients Functions
Binder,
Film Former,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Controlled Release Agent
Technologies
Food Ingredients,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Modified & Controlled Release
Food Ingredients — Functional Additives
Binders & Disintegrants,
Processing Aids
Food Ingredients — Texture & Consistency
Starches & Thickeners

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
APE-free,
Aflatoxin-free,
Aluminum-free,
Antibiotics-free,
BSE-free,
Bisphenol A-free,
CMR Substances-free,
Caffeine Free,
Colorants-free,
Dairy-free,
Dioxin-free,
Dye Free,
Endocrine Disruptor-free,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
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,
Odor-free,
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,
Sewage Sludge Free,
Sugar-free,
TSE-free,
Tributyl Tin Compounds-Free,
Triphenyl Tin Compounds-Free,
VOC-free,
Vegan,
Vegetarian,
Zero Calorie

Applications & Uses

Markets
Healthcare & Pharma
Applications
Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
Segments
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Adhesive
Industrial — Coatings and Inks
Dosage Form
Tablets
Manufacturing Technology
Tablet Coating

Properties

Physical Form
Powder
Soluble In
Water Soluble
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 5%PSM 100667
Residue on Ignition*max. 1.5%Current FCC
Viscosity (at 20°C, Ubbelohde, at 2%)3,000 - 5,600mPa.sCurrent FCC
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxypropoxyl Content4.0 - 7.5%Current FCC
Methoxyl Content27.0 - 30.0%Current FCC
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Lead Content*max. 2mg/KgCurrent JECFA
Note

* - Audit Basis (AB)

PHS - All section names come under PHS

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
British Pharmacopeia (BP),
Chinese Pharmacopeia (ChP),
Directive 1333/2008/EC,
Directive 2001/83/EC,
Directive 2009/48/EC,
Directive 2023/2055/EU,
Directive 2023/915/EU,
Doping-Free,
EC No. 2023/2006,
EC No.1907/2006,
EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant,
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),
FEMA Compliant,
FSSC 22000,
GMP,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Halal,
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,
Swiss Ordinance (SR 817.023.21),
USDA Organic,
United States Pharmacopeia (USP),
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU,
cGMP
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NDSL (Canada),
PICCS (Phillipines)
Quality Standards
EN ISO 9001:2015

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

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bags,
Boxes,
Drums,
Super Sacks