CMC Sodium; Cellulose gum; Sodium salt of carboxymethyl cellulose; E466 (food additive code)
CAS 9004-32-4
Chemical Formula [C₆H₇O₂(OH)₂CH₂COONa]n
Molecular Weight Varies (typically 90,000 – 700,000 Da, depending on grade)
Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose IP is a purified, pharmaceutical-grade cellulose derivative used primarily as a thickening agent, stabilizer, and binder in oral and topical drug formulations. It enhances the consistency and shelf-life of products, ensuring uniform distribution of active ingredients. Commonly found in suspensions, tablets, and gels, it is valued for its non-toxic and non-allergenic nature.
1. Pharmaceuticals
2. Personal Care
3. Food & Healthcare Ingredients
4. Fabric Solutions
5. Pulp & Paper Solutions
6. Energy
Assay | Typically 99.0% (on dry basis, IP/BP/USP compliant) |
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Appearance | White to cream-colored, free-flowing powder |
Odor | Odorless |
Boiling Point | Not applicable (polymeric solid) |
Melting Point | Chars without a sharp melting point |
Density | ~0.5–0.7 g/cm³ (bulk density) |
Solubility | Soluble in cold and hot water; forms clear to slightly hazy colloidal solutions |
Viscosity | Variable (10 – 5,000 cP or more depending on grade and concentration) |
Flash Point | Not applicable (non-flammable solid) |
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