Ethyl Cellulose

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MOQ : 500 Grams

Ethyl Cellulose Specification

Molecular Weight
Variable (dependent on polymerization)

Form
Solid

Shape
Powder or granules

Purity
99%

Solubility
Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and toluene

Poisonous
No

Melting Point
Softens at 160200C

Smell
Odorless

Structural Formula
Derived from cellulose with ethoxyl substituents replacing hydroxyl groups

HS Code
3912.39.00

Density
1.18 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Boiling point
(decomposes)

Taste
Tasteless

Ph Level
Neutral (pH 5.08.0 in solution)

Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture

Molecular Formula
Variable (C12H22O11-derived polymer)

Other Names
EC Cellulose Ethyl Ether

Classification
Organic Compound

Chemical Name
Ethyl Cellulose

CAS No
9004-57-3

EINECS No
618-384-9

Grade
Industrial Grade

Standard
ISO 9001

Type
Polymer

Usage
Film forming coating thickening binding agent in pharmaceuticals and food

Main Material
Cellulose

Application
Pharmaceuticals food industry coatings adhesives cosmetics

About Ethyl Cellulose

Ethyl Cellulose is an organic compound with industrial-grade quality widely used in pharmaceuticals, food industry, coatings, adhesives, and cosmetics. It is available in powder or granules form, odorless, tasteless, and non-poisonous. This solid compound, derived from cellulose, serves as a film-forming coating, thickening, and binding agent in various applications. With a neutral pH level, Ethyl Cellulose is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and toluene. Its purity level exceeds 99%, meeting ISO 9001 standard requirements. The compound softens at 160200C, showcasing a molecular formula variable according to polymerization. With a molecular weight dependent on its polymerization, its density is 1.18 g/cm.