Headcel® HPMC 60HD3

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Controlled Release Agent,

Emulsifier,

Film Former,

Suspending Agent,

Sustained Release Agent,

Thickener,

Viscosity Modifier

CAS No.

9004-65-3

EC No.

618-389-6

Technologies

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients

Emulsifiers & Stabilizers,

Formulation & Processing Aids,

Modified & Controlled Release,

Pharmaceutical Coatings

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

BSE-free,

Halal,

Kosher,

TSE-free

Applications & Uses

Markets

Healthcare & Pharma

Applications

Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions

Oral

Healthcare & Pharma — Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Excipients & Coatings

Dosage Form

Capsules

Manufacturing Technology

Wet Granulation

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Appearance

White to slightly off - white fibrous or granular powder

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Methoxy Content	28.0 - 30.0	%	-
Hydroxypropoxy	7.0 - 12.0	%	-
Loss on Drying	max. 5	%	-
Residue on Ignition	max. 1.5	%	-
pH	5.0 - 8.0	-	-
Apparent Viscosity	2.4 - 3.6	cPs	-
Particle Size (pass through 100 mesh)	min. 98	%	-

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Plate Count	max. 1000	cfu/g	-
Yeast and Mold	max. 100	cfu/g	-
Escherichia coli	Absent	-	-
Salmonella	Absent	-	-

Nutritional Information

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 3.0	g	-
Protein Content	0.0	g	-
Sugars	0.0	g	-
Polyalcohols	0.0	g	-
Starch Content	0.0	g	-
Saturated Fat	0.0	g	-
Monounsaturated	0.0	g	-
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0	g	-
Trans	0.0	g	-
Cholesterol	0.0	g	-
Crude Fiber	0.0	g	-
Soluble Fiber	93.5	g	-
Ash Content	Max.1.5	-	-
Sodium Content	0.6	g	-
Calcium Content	0.0	mg	-
Phosphorus Content	0.0	mg	-
Iron Content	max.1	mg	-
Magnesium Content	0.0	mg	-
Zinc Content	0.0	mg	-
Iodine Content	0.0	µg	-
Potassium Content	0.0	mg	-
Vitamin A	0.0	µg	-
Vitamin D	0.0	µg	-
Vitamin E	0.0	mg	-
Vitamin C	0.0	mg	-
Thiamin	0.0	mg	-
Riboflavin	0.0	mg	-
Niacin	0.0	mg	-
Folacin	0.0	µg	-
Vitamin B12	0.0	µg	-
Biotin	0.0	mg	-
Pantothenic Acid	0.0	mg	-
Calorific Value	0.0	kJ	-

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Heavy Metal	max. 10	ppm	-
Arsenic Content	max. 3	ppm	-
Lead Content	max. 3	ppm	-
Mercury Content	max. 1	ppm	-
Cadmium Content	max. 1	ppm	-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Halal,

Kosher

Chemical Inventories

TSCA (USA)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

Paper bags of 25kgs net each.