METHOCEL™ K250M Food Grade Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

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METHOCEL™ K250M Food Grade Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is a powder-form functional additive used in food applications. It forms a thermally reversible gel and serves as a binder, film former, and thickener, providing improved texture and stability. Suitable for various food formulations, it enhances consistency and processing efficiency while maintaining quality in the final product.

Functions: Binder, Film Former, Gelling Agent, Texturizing Agent, Thickener

Certifications & Compliance Search Terms: Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, Kosher

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ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Residue on Ignition*max. 1.5%Current FCC
Moisture Contentmax. 5%Current FCC
Propylene Chlorohydrins Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE464
Propylene Chlorohydrins Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE464/FCC/JECFA
Viscosity (at 20°C in 1% water, spindle no 4 at 20rpm)6,500 - 8,500mPa.sPSM 101936, Brookfield
Viscosity (at 1% target)7500mPa.sBrookfield
Nutritional Information
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Water5g/100g-
Sodium Chloride1g/100g-
Iron15mg/100g-
Composition
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Hydroxypropoxyl Content7 - 12%PSM 100755
Methoxyl Content19 - 24%PSM 100755
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Arsenic Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE464
Cadmium Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE464
Mercury Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE464
Lead Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE464
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  • * Tests tagged or noted as "Audit Basis" [AB] are conducted on a frequency that is established for each test. Audit testing is justified by knowledge of the manufacturing process, process control, use of dedicated equipment and raw material specifications.

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