Microcrystalline Cellulose PH101
CAS Number: 9004-34-6
Microcrystalline Cellulose PH101 is a purified, partially depolymerized cellulose widely used as a binder and filler in solid dosage forms. With a fine particle size of approximately 50 µm, it offers excellent compressibility and flow properties for wet granulation and direct compression. It is a USP/NF and EP compliant excipient with proven safety and functionality in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White or almost white fine powder |
| purity (%) | ≥99.0 |
| heavy metals (ppm) | ≤10 |
| loss on drying (%) | ≤7.0 |
| pH (2% suspension) | 5.0–7.5 |
| particle size D50 (µm) | ~50 |
Applications
- Direct compression tablet filler
- Wet granulation binder
- Capsule filler
- Oral solid dosage forms
- Spheronization/extrusion aid
Key Features
- Excellent compressibility and binding capacity
- USP/NF, EP, JP compliant
- Suitable for wet granulation and direct compression
- Good chemical inertness and compatibility
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