- Chemical Name:Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
- Functions:Viscosity Modifier, Thickener, Binder
- Labeling Claims:Non-Irritant, BSE-free, Non-GMO, Allergen-free, Vegetarian, TSE-free, Vegan
- Certifications & Compliance:JECFA (FAO/WHO), DMF Type IV, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), EU Compliant, FDA Compliant, The Food Allergen Labeling & Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA), Japan Pharmacopeia (JP), GMP, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.)
METOLOSE® 65SH-1500 consists of methyl cellulose (USP, JP, EP) and three substitution types of hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (hypromellose USP, JP, EP) each available in several grades differing in viscosity. METOLOSE® 65SH-1500 provides a variety of functions such as water retention, protective colloid, surface activity, sustained release. It is a non-ionic compound resistant to salting out and stable over a wide pH-range. Typical applications of METOLOSE® 65SH-1500 are binder for solid dosage forms such as tablets and granules or thickener for liquid applications.