200697
Ethyl cellulose
viscosity 22 cP, 5 % in toluene/ethanol 80:20(lit.), extent of labeling: 48% ethoxyl
Synonym(s):
Ethylcellulose
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form
powder
Quality Level
autoignition temp.
698 °F
concentration
47.5-49.5%
extent of labeling
48% ethoxyl
refractive index
n20/D 1.47 (lit.)
viscosity
22 cP, 5 % in toluene/ethanol 80:20(lit.)
transition temp
softening point 155 °C
density
1.14 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
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General description
Ethyl cellulose is a non-toxic polysaccharide type gelator widely used in surface coatings and biomedical applications.
Application
Ethyl cellulose can be used:
- To prepare oleogels for the ophthalmic delivery of hydrophilic drugs.
- As a coating agent to synthesize flexible bioplastics for packaging applications.
- To prepare CuO/Cu2O granules for thermochemical heat storage applications.
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 1
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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