Microcrystalline cellulose Bulk Supply for Industrial Use
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| CAS number | 9004-34-6 |
| Product name | Microcrystalline cellulose |
| Stock | Stock readily available; annual supply capacity exceeding 1,000 tons. |
| Grade | Industrial Grade |
| Packaging | 25KG/bag500KG/bag1000KG/bag |
| Sample | Test Samples Available (Click to Request Samples) |
| COA | View COA |
| Price | Get Quote |
| Supply Type | Bulk / Contract manufacturing / OEM |
| Shipping | FCL / LCL available |
| Payment Terms | Support FOB \ CIF \ EXW quotations, and accept Letter of Credit (L/C). |
| Manufacturer | Greenrock Chemical(China Factory) |
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Industrial Applications of Microcrystalline cellulose
| Industry | Application | Process |
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| Pharmaceutical Industry | Pharmaceutical Excipient (diluent, disintegrant, binder) | Leveraging its porous structure and capillary action to facilitate moisture penetration during tablet compression, enabling rapid disintegration; also functions as a dry powder direct compression binder to improve granule flowability. |
| Pharmaceutical Industry | Sustained-Release Formulation Carrier | Used as a matrix material to prepare sustained-release tablets, controlling drug release rate via gel layer formation. |
| Food Industry | Anti-Caking Agent and Dispersant | Added to powdered food products (e.g., cheese powders, seasoning blends) to prevent caking, maintain free-flowing properties, and enhance water dispersibility during reconstitution. |
| Food Industry | Dietary Fiber Supplement | Incorporated as an insoluble dietary fiber in functional foods to promote satiety and support intestinal motility. |
| Food Industry | Fat Replacer | Utilizes the thermal stability and thixotropy of colloidal microcrystalline cellulose to mimic the mouthfeel and texture of fat in low-calorie food products. |
| Food Industry | Emulsion Stabilizer | Adsorbs at oil–water interfaces in dairy products and ice cream to inhibit fat separation and whey syneresis, improving texture. |
| Cosmetics Industry | Absorbent and Filler | Serves as a base material for powder-based cosmetics (e.g., foundations, eyeshadows), absorbing sebum and moisture to deliver a smooth tactile feel and enhanced spreadability. |
| Household & Personal Care Industry | Toothpaste Thickener and Abrasive | Adjusts paste viscosity in toothpaste formulations to prevent phase separation, while providing controlled abrasive cleaning action. |
| Coatings Industry | Thixotropic Agent and Anti-Settling Agent | Added to water-based coatings to modify rheology, prevent pigment settling during storage, and improve brush/roller application performance. |
| Ceramics Industry | Binder and Forming Aid | Acts as a temporary binder during ceramic green body formation, enhancing green strength and fully decomposing without residue during firing. |
| Polymers Industry | Composite Reinforcement Agent | Used as a natural polymeric filler in rubber or plastic matrices to enhance mechanical strength, dimensional stability, and processability. |
| Analytical Chemistry | Chromatographic Stationary Phase | Employed in preparing thin-layer chromatography (TLC) plates or column chromatography packing materials for compound separation based on polarity. |
Manufacturing Quality Control of Microcrystalline cellulose
| Detection Item | Common Analytical Method | Method Overview |
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| Loss on Drying | Gravimetric analysis | Mass loss measured after drying at 105 C for 2 hours under controlled conditions. |
| Residue on Ignition | Gravimetric analysis | Mass of inorganic ash remaining after incineration at 600 C. |
| pH (1% aqueous suspension) | pH potentiometry | Hydrogen ion activity measured using calibrated pH electrode in a standardized suspension. |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) | Quantification of lead and other heavy metals by atomic absorption at characteristic wavelengths. |
| Arsenic | Silver diethyldithiocarbamate (SDDC) method | Reduction of arsenic to arsine gas, followed by colorimetric reaction with SDDC reagent. |
| Particle Size Distribution | Laser diffraction | Analysis of light scattering pattern to determine particle size distribution in dispersed suspension. |
| Bulk Density | Gravimetric volumetric method | Mass per unit volume measured using standardized funnel and graduated cylinder apparatus. |
| Tapped Density | Gravimetric volumetric method | Mass per unit volume after mechanical tapping to achieve settled state. |
| Degree of Polymerization (DP) | Viscometry | Intrinsic viscosity measurement in cupriethylenediamine hydroxide solution, correlated to average DP. |
| Total Aerobic Microbial Count | Plate count agar culture | Viable aerobic bacteria and fungi enumerated by colony formation after incubation. |
| Mold and Yeast Count | Plate count agar culture | Selective enumeration of mold and yeast colonies on appropriate agar medium. |
| Escherichia coli | Membrane filtration and selective media | Detection based on growth and biochemical confirmation in E. coli-specific broth and agar. |
Technical Specifications of Microcrystalline cellulose
| Test Item | Specification |
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| Appearance | White to off-white, odorless, free-flowing powder |
| Purity | >=98.5% |
| Water Content (KF) | <=0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | <=0.5% |
| Heavy Metals | <=20 ppm |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, ethanol, and chloroform; dispersible in water |
| Odor | Characteristic, faintly sweet |
Specifications vary by industry. Reach out to our technical experts for a COA tailored specifically to your application. Email:selse@GRchemical.com
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Industrial Microcrystalline cellulose Procurement FAQ
1. How do you ensure product quality consistency?
We rely on a mature China-based manufacturing system and implement strict batch control and quality inspection for every shipment. Our production process complies with ISO 9001 standards, and a COA is provided for each batch to ensure consistent and reliable quality.
2. Do you offer competitive pricing for bulk orders?
Yes, as a China-based manufacturer and bulk supplier, we provide tiered pricing based on order volume. We support FOB and CIF quotations, as well as L/C payment terms for large transactions to meet international trade requirements.
3. Can you support large-volume or long-term supply?
We have stable production capacity and a well-established supply chain, enabling continuous bulk supply. We support ton-level and container-level orders, as well as long-term cooperation projects.
4. What is your typical lead time?
For in-stock products, shipment can be arranged within 1–3 days. For bulk packaging or customized orders, lead time depends on the specific quantity and production schedule.
5. What documents do you provide?
We can provide complete documentation upon request, including COA, SDS, TDS, and other compliance certificates, meeting industrial procurement and export requirements.
6. Can you customize product specifications or packaging?
Yes, we support customization of parameters such as purity, impurities, residual solvents, and heavy metals. We also offer various bulk packaging options, including 25kg bags, drums, and IBC tanks, suitable for industrial applications and transportation.
7. What shipping options do you support?
We support both FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments, and can flexibly arrange logistics solutions based on order size to meet bulk chemical export needs.
8. Do you provide technical or application support?
Yes, we provide basic application guidance and technical support based on industry experience to help customers optimize product usage.
9. How do you handle compliance and export regulations?
We are familiar with international trade and export regulations, ensuring all products comply with relevant requirements. We also provide complete documentation to support smooth customs clearance and global delivery.
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