METHOCEL™ K100 HPMC - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ K100 HPMC - Specialty a cellulose ether derivative named Hypromellose, serves as a rheology modifier in industrial applications. Derived from plants, it exhibits water solubility, offering versatility in formulations.

Functions: Controlled Release Agent, Rheology Modifier

Chemical Name: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Chemical Family: Cellulose & Cellulosics, Cellulose Ethers

Labeling Claims: 1,4-Dioxane-free, 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, Irradiation-free, Kosher, 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, 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

Certifications & Compliance: Chinese Pharmacopeia (ChP), Clean Air Act (CAA) Certified, Directive 1333/2008/EC, Directive 2009/48/EC, Directive 2023/915/EU, Doping-Free, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, EU Packaging Directive (94/62/EC), European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.), European Regulation 396/2005/EC, FDA 21 CFR 101.9, FDA 21 CFR 172.874, FDA 21 CFR 182.1480, FDA Compliant, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), FEMA Compliant, FSSC 22000, GMP, Halal, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, Indian Pharmacopeia, JECFA (FAO/WHO), Kosher, Majelis Ulama Indonesia Halal, 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. 2022/1396, Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012, RoHS 2 Compliant, RoHS Compliant, Swiss Ordinance (SR 817.023.21), Turkish RoHS Regulation, USDA Organic, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU, cGMP

Dosage Form: Tablets

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

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Cellulose Ethers
Chemical Name
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
INCI Name
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Ingredient Origin
Plant Origin
Industrial Additives Functions
Rheology Modifier
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Controlled Release Agent
Technologies
Industrial Additives & Materials,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Modified & Controlled Release
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Other Processing Additives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
1,4-Dioxane-free,
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,
Irradiation-free,
Kosher,
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,
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

Applications & Uses

Markets
Healthcare & Pharma,
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
Segments
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Construction and PVC
Dosage Form
Tablets
Manufacturing Technology
Tablet Coating

Properties

Physical Form
Powder
Soluble In
Water Soluble
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 3%PSM 100667 as Packaged
Viscosity (at 20°C, Ubbelohde, at 2%)80 - 120mPa.sPSM 101537
Iron Contentmax. 50mg/KgPSM 101985
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Particle Size (Screen <420 micron, through 40 U. S. Std. Sieve)min. 95%PSM 100669
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxypropoxyl Content4 - 9%PSM 100755
Methoxyl Content19 - 25%PSM 100755
Sodium Chloride Contentmax. 2%PSM 101985
Note

PHS - All section names come under PHS
 

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chinese Pharmacopeia (ChP),
Clean Air Act (CAA) Certified,
Directive 1333/2008/EC,
Directive 2009/48/EC,
Directive 2023/915/EU,
Doping-Free,
EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant,
EU Packaging Directive (94/62/EC),
European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.),
European Regulation 396/2005/EC,
FDA 21 CFR 101.9,
FDA 21 CFR 172.874,
FDA 21 CFR 182.1480,
FDA Compliant,
FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA),
FEMA Compliant,
FSSC 22000,
GMP,
Halal,
ISO 14001,
ISO 50001,
ISO 9001,
Indian Pharmacopeia,
JECFA (FAO/WHO),
Kosher,
Majelis Ulama Indonesia Halal,
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. 2022/1396,
Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012,
RoHS 2 Compliant,
RoHS Compliant,
Swiss Ordinance (SR 817.023.21),
Turkish RoHS Regulation,
USDA Organic,
United States Pharmacopeia (USP),
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU,
cGMP
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