Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC), the
main component is a linear polysaccharide bound by β*1,*-glucosidic
bonds, is a free-flowing natural cellulose hydrolyzed to the limit
degree of polymerization (LODP) by dilute acid. Very fine short
rod-like or powder-like porous particles, composed of white,
odorless, tasteless crystalline powder. In general plant fibers,
microcrystalline cellulose accounts for about *0%, and the other
*0% is amorphous. Microcrystalline cellulose is widely used in
cosmetics, food and other industries. Different particle size and
water content have different characteristics and application
ranges.
