Microcrystalline Cellulose, MCC, E460, CAS no.9004-34-6 is partially depolymerized cellulose prepared by treating alpha-cellulose, obtained as a pulp from fibrous plant material, with mineral acids, and it appears as a fine white to off-white powder. It is used as a texturizer, an anti-caking agent, emulsifier in pasteurized cream, fermented milk, cheese, processed fruit, dried vegetables, etc.
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Microcrystalline Cellulose Specification
ITEM STANDARD
Appearance A fine white or almost white odorless powder
Particle size 98% pass 120 mesh
Assay (as �±- cellulose, dry basis) 97%
Water-soluble matter 0.24%
Sulphated ash 0.5%
pH (10% solution) 5.0- 7.5
Loss on drying 7%
Starch Negative
Carboxyl groups 1%
Lead 5 mg/ kg
Arsenic 3 mg/ kg
Mercury 1 mg/ kg
Cadmium 1 mg/ kg
Heavy metals (as Pb) 10 mg/ kg
Total plate count 1000 cfu/g
Yeast and mould 100 cfu/g
E. coli/ 5g Negative
Salmonella/ 10g Negative
Supplier: Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) as per USP/BP/EP/IP