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Ethyl cellulose

48.0-49.5% (w/w) ethoxyl basis

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CAS Number:
9004-57-3
MDL number:
MFCD00131037
UNSPSC Code:
12352201
NACRES:
NA.25

Assay

48.0-49.5% (w/w) (ethoxyl)

form

coarse powder
powder

autoignition temp.

698 °F

color

beige

refractive index

n20/D 1.47 (lit.)

viscosity

30-70 mPa.s, 5 % in toluene/ethanol 80:20(25 °C)

density

1.14 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

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Application

Ethyl cellulose is generated by converting a variable number of hydroxyl groups on the repeating glucose units to ethyl ether groups. Ethylcellulose is used in the preparation of biostructures such as matrices, microspheres, microparticles, pellets and tablets for use in drug delivery.

Preparation Note

Ethyl Cellulose is soluble in a wide range of solvents such as aliphatic alcohols, chlorinated solvents, and natural oils. It is insoluble in water, glycerin, and prolylene glycol.

Other Notes

To gain a comprehensive understanding of our extensive range of Polysaccharides for your research, we encourage you to visit our Carbohydrates Category page.

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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JAN Code

46080-1KG-F:
46080-5KG-F:
46080-5KG:
46080-250G-F:
46080-VAR-F:
46080-BULK-F:

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