Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose F4M USP
Product Description
| Product | Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose F4M USP |
| CAS | 9004-65-3 |
| Synonym | HPMC, Cellulose, 2-hydroxypropyl methyl ether, Cellulose, 2-hydroxypropyl methyl ether |
Typical Product Specifications
| Residue on Ignition | 1.5% max. |
| Arsenic | 3 ppm max. |
| Total Bacteria | 1000/gram max. |
| Particle Size | 90% min. through 40 mesh |
| Appearance | White to slightly off white free flowing powder |
| Heavy Metals | 10 ppm max. |
| Organic Volatile Impurities | To meet the requirements |
| Methoxyl Content | 27.0 - 30.0% |
| Loss on Drying | 5.0% max. |
| Hydroxypropyl Content | 4.0 - 7.5% |
| pH | 5.5 - 8.0 |
| Mold | 100/gram max. |
| Apparent Viscosity | 3500 - 5600 cps |
| Notes | Use: ANTISTATIC, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, SURFACTANT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Class | Excipients - Food Colors - Binders and Tableting Aids |
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