METHOCEL™ 10-0352 Cellulose Ether - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ 10-0352 Cellulose Ether - Specialty is a versatile excipient used in pharmaceutical applications. It functions as a controlled release agent, immediate release agent, thickener, solubilizer, viscosity modifier, binder, film former, gelling agent, and mucoadhesive. Suitable for use in tablets, capsules, and suspensions, it is also effective in tablet coating, granulation, and wet granulation processes. This water-soluble cellulose ether offers benefits such as zero calorie content and low odor.

Functions: Rheology Modifier

Chemical Family: Cellulose & Cellulosics, Cellulose Ethers

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
INCI Name
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Industrial Additives Functions
Rheology Modifier
Technologies
Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Other Processing Additives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
APE-free,
Allergen-free,
Aluminum-free,
Antibiotics-free,
Artificial Flavor-Free,
Bactericide-free,
Bisphenol A-free,
CMR Substances-free,
Caffeine Free,
Colorants-free,
Diethylene Glycol-free,
Dioxin-free,
Endocrine Disruptor-free,
Ethylene Glycol-free,
Fungicide-free,
Gluten-free,
Glycerin-free,
Halal,
Herbicide-free,
Hormones-free,
Impurities-free,
Low Odor,
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free,
NPE-free,
Natural Latex Rubber-Free,
Naturally Derived,
No Artificial Sweeteners,
PAH-free,
PFAS-Free,
PFOA-free,
PFOS-free,
PHO (Partially Hydrogenated Oil)-Free,
PVC-free,
Palm Oil-free,
Paraben-free,
Perfluorocarbon (PFC)-free,
Pesticide-free,
Phthalates-free,
Plant-Based,
Plasticizer-free,
Potassium-free,
Preservative-free,
Quaternary Ammonium Salt-Free,
Radioactive-free,
Steroids Free,
Sugar-free,
Tributyltin (TBT) - Free,
Vegan,
Vegetarian,
Zero Calorie

Applications & Uses

Segments
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Agriculture
Industrial — Automotive

Properties

Physical Form
Powder
Soluble In
Cold Water Soluble,
Water Soluble
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Content (as Packaged)max. 3.0%PSM 100667
Viscosity (at 20°C, 2% in Water, Spindle No. 3 at 20RPM)13,000 - 16,000mPa.sBrookfield, PSM 101936
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxypropoxyl Content4.0 - 7.5%PSM 100755
Methoxyl Content27.0 - 30.0%PSM 100755
Sodium Chloride Contentmax. 1.0%PSM 101985
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Screen (< 210 micron, 70 Mesh)min. 97%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.
  • This product is not intended for use as a direct food additive or in pharmaceutical or cosmetic applications.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
British Pharmacopeia (BP),
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,
FFDCA,
GMP,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Halal,
Japan Pharmacopeia (JP),
National Formulary (NF),
Regulation (EC) No. 1333/2008,
Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012,
United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NDSL (Canada),
PICCS (Phillipines)
Quality Standards
GMP