Powder State Microcrystalline Cellulose 200
Pharmaceutical Grade - CAS 9004-34-6 - 20kg Packaging
Product Overview
Microcrystalline cellulose 200 is widely used in pharmaceutical preparations, primarily as a binder or thinner in oral tablets and capsules. Suitable for both wet granulation and direct tablet pressing, this grade offers superior granularity and better fluidity compared to MCC 102, making it ideal for direct compression applications.
Specifications & Compliance
Complies with USP, BP, EP, and CP standards
| Item |
USP/BP/EP |
CP |
| Identification | Conforms | |
| Solubility | Conforms | |
| pH | 5.0-7.5 | 5.0-7.5 |
| Soluble Substances (%) | ≤0.05 | ≤0.05 |
| Water-soluble Substances (%) | ≤0.25 | ≤0.2 |
| Residue on Ignition/Sulfated ash (%) | ≤0.1 | ≤0.1 |
| Loss on drying (%) | ≤7.0 | ≤7.0 |
| Bulk Density (g/cm³) | Conforms | -- |
| Conductivity (µS/cm) | ≤75 | ≤75 |
| Chlorides (%) | -- | ≤0.03 |
| Starch | -- | Conforms |
| Arsenic (%) | -- | ≤0.0002 |
| Heavy metal (%) | -- | ≤0.001 |
| Particle Size - Retained 60 mesh (250 microns) (%) | ≤8.0 | -- |
| Particle Size - Retained 200 mesh (74 microns) (%) | ≤45.0 | -- |
Technical Details
- CAS No.: 9004-34-6
- H.S. Code: 39129000
- Main Purpose: Tablet and capsule diluent; tablet disintegrant
Packaging Information
- Package: 20kg/kraft bag or 20kg/fiber drum
- Packing Size: 2.2cbm/mt (bag) or D37cm×H53cm (drum)
- Gross Weight: 20.2kg (bag) or 22.5kg (drum)
Storage & Shelf Life
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, protected against humidity and compression. Valid for 2 years.
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