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Ethyl cellulose

viscosity 100 cP, 5 % in toluene/ethanol 80:20(lit.), extent of labeling: 48% ethoxyl

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CAS Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
NACRES:
NA.23

form

powder or granules

Quality Level

autoignition temp.

698 °F

concentration

48.0-49.5%

extent of labeling

48% ethoxyl

refractive index

n20/D 1.47 (lit.)

viscosity

100 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, physiologicallyinert, and stable hydrophobic polymer. It is widely used in the preparation ofsustained release matrices for drug delivery systems.

Application

Ethyl cellulose can be used:
  • To prepare polymeric microcapsules of Alachlor and Metolachlor to study their controlled-release properties.
  • As a core matrix to synthesize biphasic drug release nanofibers.
  • To prepare wax-based solid dispersion pellets with excellent floating and sustained-release ability.

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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