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CAS No.: | 9004-32-4 |
Formula: | C5h7o4coona |
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Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) is a highly versatile and widely used cellulose derivative. It is an essential ingredient across several industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, textiles, and oilfield applications. CMC is known for its excellent thickening, stabilizing, and emulsifying properties, which make it an indispensable material for improving product performance, consistency, and quality.
Property | Food Grade CMC (E466) | Pharmaceutical Grade CMC (USP/EP) | Oilfield Grade CMC |
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Appearance | White or off-white powder | White, odorless powder | White to off-white powder |
Viscosity (1% in water) | 400-8000 cps (varies by grade) | 3000-6000 cps | 4000-10000 cps |
Purity | ≥ 99% | ≥ 99% | ≥ 98% |
Moisture Content | ≤ 10% | ≤ 5% | ≤ 12% |
pH (1% Solution) | 6.5-8.5 | 6.0-8.0 | 7.0-9.0 |
Ash Content | ≤ 3% | ≤ 2% | ≤ 4% |
Solubility | Soluble in water | Soluble in water | Soluble in water |
Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm |
Application | Food & Beverages, Dairy, Confectionery | Tablets, Suspensions, Oral Liquids | Drilling Fluids, Oil Recovery |
Standards Compliance | FCC, JECFA | USP, EP | API RP13B, ISO 9001 |
Food Grade CMC (FCC)
This grade is designed specifically for use in food products, ensuring safety and stability for food applications. Common uses include beverages, sauces, dairy products, and baked goods.
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Pharmaceutical Grade CMC (USP/EP)
This grade meets the stringent requirements for use in pharmaceutical applications, including tablets, suspensions, and controlled-release formulations.
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Oilfield Grade CMC
Used in the oilfield industry, this grade is specifically designed for use in drilling fluids, providing optimal viscosity and stability under high temperature and pressure conditions.
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