METHOCEL™ MX 0209 Food Grade Methylcellulose

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METHOCEL™ MX 0209 Food Grade 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, Meat Alternative, Texturizing Agent, Thickener

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

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Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 5%PSM 100667
Residue on Ignition* max. 1.5%Current FCC
Viscosity (at 20°C in 2% water)37,500 - 70,000mPa.sCurrent FCC, Ubbelohde
Viscosity (at 2% target)50,000mPa.sUbbelohde
pH (1% solution)5 - 8PSM 100668
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Water5g/100g-
Sodium Chloride1g/100g-
Iron15mg/100g-
Composition
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Methoxyl Content29.5 - 31.5%Current FCC
Soluble Dietary Fiber93.5 - 100%Calculated
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Arsenic Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE461
Cadmium Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE461
Mercury Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE461
Lead Content*max. 0.1mg/kgE461/FCC/JECFA
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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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