Microcrystalline Cellulose 101
Microcrystalline Cellulose PH-101 (MCC PH-101) is a widely used pharmaceutical excipient offering a balanced combination of good compressibility, flowability, and tablet-forming performance. It is suitable for direct compression and wet granulation, making it a versatile choice for tablets, hard capsules, and other oral solid dosage formulations.
Product Details
Microcrystalline Cellulose PH-101 (MCC PH-101) is a pharmaceutical-grade cellulose excipient produced from purified cellulose through controlled processing. It features a fine and uniform particle structure with good compressibility and binding properties, making it suitable for a wide range of solid dosage formulations.
MCC PH-101 provides balanced compression and flow characteristics, supporting consistent tablet formation and manufacturing performance. It is commonly used in both direct compression and wet granulation processes, where reliable tablet hardness, structural integrity, and formulation consistency are important.
Due to its good formulation compatibility, MCC PH-101 is widely used in pharmaceutical tablets, hard capsules, and dietary supplement formulations. It can be used as a binder, diluent, or functional excipient depending on the formulation and manufacturing process.
Applications
Pharmaceutical
- Direct-compression tablets
- Wet-granulated tablets
- Capsules
- Oral solid dosage formulations
Nutraceutical
- Dietary supplement tablets
- Vitamin & mineral tablets
- Functional nutrition products
Application Title
- Powdered formulations
- Dry-mix products
- Functional food formulations
Key Benefits
Excellent Compressibility
Provides strong compression performance, supporting the production of tablets with good hardness and mechanical strength.
Effective Binding
Offers good binding properties, helping improve tablet integrity and reduce the risk of tablet defects during manufacturing.
Versatile Processing
Suitable for both direct compression and wet granulation, providing flexibility across different tablet manufacturing processes.
Broad Formulation Compatibility
Widely applicable as a diluent and binder in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and other oral solid dosage formulations.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder |
| Degree of Polymerization | ≤ 350 |
| Median Particle Diameter | 50μm |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 5.0% |
| Bulk Density | 0.26–0.31 g/mL |
| PH Value | 5.0–7.5 |
| Water Soluble Substances | ≤ 0.25% |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Keep the package tightly sealed and protect from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. |
Technical Services
Technical Documentation
Product specifications and technical documents available upon request.
Formulation Support
Assistance with excipient selection and formulation requirements.
Quality Documentation
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