| CAS# | 9004-57-3 |
| FORMULA | C20H38O11 |
| INS Number | 462 |
| E Number | E462 |
| Synonyms | Cellulose ethylate; Ethocel |
| GROUPS/USES | Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Food, Textiles, Paper |
| Markets | Personal care & Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage, Textiles, Paper, Pulp & Packaging |
FAQ’S
What is Ethyl cellulose?
Ethyl cellulose is a white to light tan powder, odorless, tasteless, non-toxic, biodegradable, semi-crystalline, water-insoluble polymer derived from cellulose.
What are the uses of Ethyl cellulose?
In Pharmaceuticals, Ethyl cellulose is used in sustained drug delivery systems. In Cosmetics, it is used in nail polish and vitamin coatings. It is used as an emulsifier in food and as a feed additive in farming. It is used in printing, dyeing, and finishing textiles. It is used as a thin coating on paper.
What are the properties of Ethyl cellulose?
Ethyl cellulose is transparent, flexible, and has high mechanical strength. It can form strong, tough films with high adhesion.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Ethyl cellulose to users/customers for Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Food, Textiles, and Paper.
Ethyl cellulose Specifications
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White to light tan powder |
| Assay | NLT 44.0%-NMT 50.0% |
| Lead | NMT 3mg/kg |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 3% |
| Residue on Ignition | NMT 0.4% |
| Viscosity | NLT 90% and NMT 110% of the viscosity stated on the label as 10 centipoises or more; NLT 80% and NMT 120% of the viscosity stated on the label as 10 centipoises or fewer |
