METHOCEL™ K15M Modified Cellulose Food Grade - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ K15M Modified Cellulose Food Grade - Specialty known for its water solubility, is widely employed in granulation and tablet coating processes. Additionally, it serves as a controlled release agent and film former in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.

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

Applications & Uses

Segments: Industrial
Applications: Industrial — Adhesive
Industrial — Coatings and Inks

Properties

Physical Form

Soluble In

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 5.0	%	Current FCC
Residue on Ignition	max. 1.5	%	Current FCC
Viscosity (at 20°C, 2% in water)	11,250 - 21,000	mPa.s	Ubbelohde, Current FCC

Nutritional Information


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Water	5	g/100g	Calculated
Sodium Chloride	1	g/100g	Calculated
Iron Content	15	mg/100g	Calculated

Composition


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Hydroxypropoxyl Content	7.0 - 12.0	%	Current FCC
Methoxyl Content	19.0 - 24.0	%	Current FCC

Heavy Metals


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Lead Content*	max. 2	mg/Kg	Current JECFA

Note

PHS - All section names come under PHS
*[AB]

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

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Bags,
Boxes,
Drums,
Super Sacks