Excipients for Oral & TopicalUSP/NFPh. Eur.JP
Colloidal Microcrystalline Cellulose (CMCC)
Co-processed MCC & NaCMC for stable suspensions & thixotropic gels
Colloidal Microcrystalline Cellulose (CMCC) is a co-processed excipient of MCC & NaCMC forming stable thixotropic colloidal suspensions & gels.
infoProduct Description
Colloidal Microcrystalline Cellulose (CMCC) is a co-processed pharmaceutical excipient composed of microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) and sodium carboxymethylcellulose (NaCMC). It readily disperses in water to form stable colloidal suspensions with excellent thixotropic rheology, maintaining uniform particle dispersion in oral liquids & topical gels.
starsKey Features & Advantages
- task_altCo-processed powder composed of MCC and Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose (NaCMC)
- task_altForms stable colloidal dispersions when hydrated in water
- task_altFunctions as a suspending agent, preventing sedimentation in liquids
- task_altActs as a thickening agent and viscosity modifier with thixotropic behavior
- task_altServes as a stabilizer, reducing phase separation in emulsions
- task_altImproves texture, mouthfeel, and consistency of oral suspensions
- task_altEnhances spreadability and smooth application of creams and lotions
- task_altCompatible with a wide range of APIs and excipients over broad pH
- task_altComplies with USP-NF, Ph. Eur., and JP
sciencePharmaceutical Applications
verifiedOral Liquid Suspensions
verifiedTopical Creams, Gels & Lotions
fact_checkKey Specifications
Components
Microcrystalline Cellulose + NaCMC
Rheology
Thixotropic Gel Formation
verifiedQuality Assurance
Global GMP Compliant & Pharmacopeia Grade