Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Ashland Benecel ME 233 P Pharm Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Ashland Benecel ME 233 P Pharm is a pharmaceutical-grade methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose (MHEC) polymer offering excellent viscosity control, thermal gelation resistance, and robust solution clarity—ideal for oral suspensions, gels, and controlled-release formulations requiring USP/NF compliance and stringent purity standards.
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Features Of Ashland Benecel ME 233 P Pharm Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

  1. Pharmaceutical-grade purity compliant with USP/NF, EP, and JP monographs for excipients.

  2. Controlled viscosity profile optimized for aqueous immediate-release and sustained-release oral dosage forms.

  3. Excellent cold-water dispersibility with rapid hydration and minimal gel lump formation.

  4. Highly consistent batch-to-batch performance due to stringent GMP manufacturing controls.

  5. Non-ionic, non-toxic, and non-allergenic—suitable for sensitive patient populations including pediatric and geriatric formulations.

Typical Applications Of Ashland Benecel ME 233 P Pharm Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

  1. Viscosity modifier and binder in direct compression and wet granulation tablets.

  2. Matrix-forming polymer in controlled-release oral tablets and capsules.

  3. Stabilizer and suspending agent in oral liquid suspensions and syrups.

  4. Rheology modifier in topical gels and ophthalmic solutions.

  5. Film-forming agent in pharmaceutical coating systems and buccal films.

Specifications Of Ashland Benecel ME 233 P Pharm Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Chemical TypeMethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose (MHEC) — non-ionic cellulose ether
Product FormWhite to off-white free-flowing powder
AppearanceFree-flowing, odorless, fine particulate powder
Primary ApplicationsOral solid dosage forms, liquid suspensions, topical gels, ophthalmic preparations
Key FeaturesUSP/NF, EP, and JP compliant; GMP-manufactured; low microbial burden
BenefitsEnhanced dissolution control, improved tablet mechanical strength, robust suspension stability
pH Range (1% aqueous solution)5.0–8.0
Loss on Drying (LOD)≤ 7.0% w/w


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