Hydroxypropyl cellulose

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Description

In oral products, hydroxypropyl cellulose is primarily used in tablets as a binder, film coating, and extended-release-matrix former. Hydroxypropyl cellulose is also used in the microencapsulation process and as a thickener. In topical formulations, hydroxypropyl cellulose is used in transdermal patches and ophthalmic preparations. It is also used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in cosmetics and foods.

Synonyms

Cellulose, 2-hydroxypropyl ether; Hydroxypropylcellulose; Cellulose, hydroxypropyl ether; E463; hydroxypropylcellulosum; Klucel; Nisso HPC; 2-Hydroxypropyl cellulose; Hydroxypropyl cellulose ether; Hydroxypropyl ether of cellulose; Hyprolose; O-(2-Hydroxypropyl)cellulose; O-(Hydroxypropyl)cellulose; Oxypropylated cellulose; Performax 1426; PM 50 (polymer); R 1000 (cellulose derivative)

Boiling Point

891.2±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg

Melting Point

260-275°C

Density

0.5 g/cm3

Solubility

Soluble in Dichloromethane, Ethanol, Methanol, Water (Freely)

Appearance

White to Slightly Yellow Powder

Storage

Store at RT

Safety Information

Hazards

Harmless-use normal precautions

Handling

Gloves & chemical goggles

Viscosity	Description
i.v. 6-10 cP	HPC is a hydrophilic polymer used for drug encapsulants. opthalmic lubricants and transdermal patches. Also used as a general thickener. Viscosity measured as a 2% solution in water at 20° C.
i.v. 150-400 cP	HPC is a hydrophilic polymer used for drug encapsulants, opthalmic lubricants and transdermal patches. Also used as a general thickener. Viscosity measured as a 2% solution in water at 20° C.
i.v. 1.000-4.000 cP	HPC is a hydrophilic polymer used for drug encapsulants. opthalmic lubricants and transdermal patches. Also used as a general thickener. Viscosity measured as a 2% solution in water at 20° C.

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Hydroxypropyl cellulose

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