- Chemical Name:Cellulose, Microcrystalline
- CAS Number:9004-34-6
- Functions:Filler, Compression Aid, Binder
- Manufacturing Technology:Wet Granulation, Extrusion, Direct Compression, Spheronization
Microcrystalline Cellulose is purified, partially depolymerized cellulose prepared by treating alpha cellulose obtained as a pulp from fibrous plant material with mineral acids. Several grades of Avicel® PH MCC are available varying in particle size distribution, density and moisture content. Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) is most often used as a filler, flow aid, binder, and compression aid for tablets and capsules.
Endurance® VE-050 has a typical average particle size of 50 µm. It is primarily used for wet granulation, direct compression, and extrusion/spheronization for dietary supplement applications.