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What are the main uses of Ethyl Cellulose (CAS: 9004-57-3)?
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Ethyl Cellulose (CAS: 9004-57-3) is widely used as a film-forming agent, binder, and controlled release matrix in pharmaceuticals. It also serves as an adhesive in industrial coatings, a thickener in food products, and a material for research in drug delivery systems. Its unique solubility and viscosity properties make it ideal for applications requiring sustained release or structural integrity.
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CAS No
9004-57-3
English Name
Ethyl Cellulose [18-22mPa·s, 5% in Toluene/Ethanol (80:20) at 25°C]
Molecular Formula
C20H38O11
Molecular Weight
454.5 g/mol
SMILES
CCOCC1C(C(C(C(O1)OC)OCC)OCC)OC2C(C(C(C(O2)CO)OC)O)O
InChIKey
ZZSNKZQZMQGXPY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
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