Excipients for Oral & TopicalUSPEPBPJP

Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC E5)

Low-viscosity film former, binder & suspending agent

Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC E5) is a pharmaceutical-grade, non-ionic cellulose ether low-viscosity polymer for film-forming, binding, and suspending.

infoProduct Description

Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC E5) is a pharmaceutical-grade, non-ionic cellulose ether widely used as an excipient in oral and topical pharmaceutical formulations. The E5 grade is a low-viscosity HPMC, making it particularly suitable as a film-forming agent, binder, thickener, stabilizer, suspending agent, and protective colloid.

starsKey Features & Advantages

  • task_altPharmaceutical Grade: Complies with applicable USP, EP, BP, and JP standards
  • task_altLow Viscosity Grade: E5 grade provides excellent film coating processing
  • task_altExcellent Film Former: Produces smooth, uniform, and durable films
  • task_altEffective Binder: Improves tablet hardness and mechanical strength
  • task_altThickening & Suspending Agent: Enhances viscosity in liquids and semisolids
  • task_altWater-Soluble: Readily dissolves in cold water forming clear solutions
  • task_altNon-Ionic Polymer: Compatible with a broad range of APIs and excipients

sciencePharmaceutical Applications

verifiedTablet Film Coating & Binding
verifiedOral & Topical Viscosity Enhancement

fact_checkKey Specifications

Viscosity
E5 (Low Viscosity ~ 5 mPa·s)
Solubility
Cold Water Soluble

verifiedQuality Assurance

Global GMP Compliant & Pharmacopeia Grade

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