A cellulose derivative
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Methylcellulose

Item No. 44711

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Formal Name
cellulose, methyl ether
CAS Number
9004-67-5
Formulation (Request formulation change)
A solid
Solubility(Learn about Variance in Solubility)
Water: Forms gel in cold water
Shipping & Storage Information
Storage
Room temperature
Shipping
Ambient in continental US; may vary elsewhere
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    Product Description

    Methylcellulose is a derivative of cellulose.1,2,3 Formulations containing methylcellulose have been used as surgical reagents, food additives, adhesives, dispersing agents, emollient laxatives, and as a binder in drug formulations. This product is also available as part of Cayman's Tissue Cryopreservation Reagent Kit (MEDY) (Item No. 502885).

    WARNING This product is not for human or veterinary use.

    References & Product Citations
    Product Description References

    1. Nassato, P.L., Pignon, F., Silveira, J.L.M., et al. Methylcellulose, a cellulose derivative with original physical properties and extended applications. Polymers 7(5), 777-803 (2015).

    2. Searles, G.E., and DesGroseilliers, J.-P. Excipients in topical corticosteroid preparations in Canada. CMAJ 141(5), 396-405 (1989).

    3. Lorenzetti, O.J. The influence of epinephrine and pilocarpine upon intraocular pressure following single and combination installation. Ophthal. Res. 2(6), 328-336 (1971).