Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Carboxymethyl cellulose (CAS: 9000-11-7)?
Answer
Carboxymethyl cellulose (CAS: 9000-11-7) is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a binder and disintegrant, in the food industry as a thickener and emulsifier, and in industrial applications like drilling fluids and coatings. It also serves as a suspending agent in cosmetics and a stabilizer in research settings, enhancing product texture and functionality.
About
CAS No
9000-11-7
English Name
Carboxymethyl cellulose
Molecular Formula
C8H16O8
Molecular Weight
240.21 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)O.C(C(C(C(C(C=O)O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
VJHCJDRQFCCTHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
