(Binder / Thickener)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Ethyl Cellulose known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly improving the stability of suspension and emulsion by protecting them from environmental factors.
Our cutting-edge technology ensures the production of high-quality Ethyl Cellulose, meeting stringent standards for purity, performance and formulation consistency.
Applications: MOLCEL® ETH is most heavily used in solid dietary supplements, vitamin tablets and encapsulated food flavorings. In the food industry, it primarily acts as a thickener, stabilizer, edible protective coating, flavor encapsulator and oleogelator to structure liquid oils and replace saturated fats. It forms a clear, flexible moisture and oxygen barrier on fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts and confectioneries to extend shelf life.
| # | PROPERTY | TYPICAL VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CAS No | 9004-57-3 |
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - FCC |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Description | It occurs as a free-flowing, white to light tan powder. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) |
(A) Specified test. (B) Infrared absorption. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is practically insoluble in water, in glycerin and in propylene glycol but is soluble in varying proportions in certain organic solvents, depending on the ethoxy content. |
| 4 | Lead | Not more than 2 mg/kg. |
| 5 | Loss on drying | Not more than 3.0%. |
| 6 | Residue on Ignition | Not more than 0.5%. |
| 7 | Assay | Not less than 44.0% and not more than 51.0% of ethoxy ( OC2H5) groups (dried substance). |
MOLCEL® ETH is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. Preserve in well-closed containers.
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