Hydroxypropyl cellulose

Product Information

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
ViscosityDescription
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.
The molarity calculator equation

Mass (g) = Concentration (mol/L) × Volume (L) × Molecular Weight (g/mol)

The dilution calculator equation

Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)

This equation is commonly abbreviated as: C1V1 = C2V2

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