ETHOCEL™ Standard 20 TS Industrial Ethylcellulose - Specialty

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ETHOCEL™ Standard 20 TS Industrial Ethylcellulose - Specialty is ideal for granulation, tablet coating, and spray applications. It features good printability, reduced tack, and scuff resistance. This versatile component acts as a stabilizer, thickener, binder, and controlled release agent. Available in powder or granule form, its white color ensures compatibility with various industrial needs.

Ingredient Name: Ethyl Cellulose

Chemical Name: Ethylcellulose

CAS Number: 9004-57-3

Chemical Family: Cellulose & Cellulosics, Cellulose Ethers

Pigment Type: Metallic Effect

Dosage Form: Tablets

Color (Properties): White

Manufacturing Technology: Direct Compression, Encapsulation, Granulation, Tablet Coating

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Cellulose Ethers
Chemical Name
Ethylcellulose
Country of Origin
United States of America (USA)
Ingredient Name
Ethyl Cellulose
Pigment Type
Metallic Effect
Animal Feed & Nutrition Functions
Binder
CASE Ingredients Functions
Anti-Blocking Agent,
Binder & Resin,
Rheology Modifier,
Stabilizer
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Stabilizer,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Food Ingredients Functions
Binder,
Film Former
Industrial Additives Functions
Binder,
Dispersant,
Film Former,
Rheology Modifier
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Binder,
Controlled Release Agent,
Granulation Aid
Technologies
Animal Feed & Nutrition,
CASE Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients,
Food Ingredients,
Industrial Additives & Materials,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals,
Pigments & Colorants
Product Families
CASE Ingredients — Additives
Functional Additives,
Rheology Modifiers & Stabilizers,
Surface Modifiers
Pigments & Colorants — Effects Pigments
Metallic Effect
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Binders & Disintegrants,
Formulation & Processing Aids,
Modified & Controlled Release
Food Ingredients — Functional Additives
Binders & Disintegrants,
Processing Aids
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Rheology Modifiers,
Stabilizers
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Glass & Ceramic Additives
Animal Feed & Nutrition — Production Aids and Processing Additives
Adsorbents & Binders
CASE Ingredients — Resins & Binders
Other Resins & Binders

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Binding,
Controlled Release,
Excellent Flexibility,
Thermal Stability
CASE Ingredients Features
Good Printability,
High Gloss,
Scuff Resistance
Industrial Additives Features
Good Green Strength,
Reduced Tack

Applications & Uses

Markets
Automotive & Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Electrical & Electronics,
Healthcare & Pharma,
Industrial,
Paints & Coatings,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Paints & Coatings — Automotive & Transportation
Marine Coatings
Building & Construction — Building Envelope & Roofing
Waterproofing & Weatherproofing
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Ceramics & Refractory
Automotive & Transportation — Coatings & Finishes
Marine Coatings
Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings
Industrial Maintenance
Industrial — Leather & Textiles
Textile Manufacturing
Electrical & Electronics — Other Electrical & Electronics Applications
Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings
Overprint Varnishes,
Primers & Lacquers
Printing & Packaging — Printing & Inks
Flexography,
Gravure Printing,
Screen Printing
Paints & Coatings — Specialty Coatings
Pharmaceutical Coatings
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
Marine
Segments
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Coatings and Inks
Industrial — Electronics
Application Method
Spray
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Alkyds (Long Oil),
Modified Rosins,
Phenolics
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Phenolics
Dosage Form
Tablets
Manufacturing Technology
Direct Compression,
Encapsulation,
Granulation,
Tablet Coating
Adhesive & Sealant End Applications
Hot Melt Adhesive
Coating End Applications
Hot Melt Coating,
Release Coating

Properties

Color (Properties)
White
Physical Form
Granules,
Powder,
Solid
Soluble In
Organic Solvent Soluble
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Loss on Dryingmax. 2.0%Current USP Moisture
Viscosity (at 5%)19.5 - 20.5mPa.sUbbelohde, Current NF
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ethoxyl Content48.0 - 49.5%Current USP Assay
Chloride Content (as NaCl)max. 0.15%ASTM D914
Note
  • All section names come under PHS.
  • The following specifications apply to sealed, unopened containers stored under the recommended conditions for the duration of the shelf life.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance Search Terms
National Formulary (NF)
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
AIIC (Australia),
CEPA (Canada),
DSL (Canada),
EINECS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
ISHL (Japan),
KECI (Korea),
METI (Japan),
NDSL (Canada),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TSCA (USA)
Quality Standards
EN ISO 9001:2015,
GMP,
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP),
ICH Residual Solvents Guideline Q3C(R8),
LRQA UQA 10141230

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bags,
Drums