Powdered Cellulose is the versatile, multi-industry excipient that formulators across pharmaceutical, food, and personal care sectors rely on for its purity, functionality, and cost-effectiveness. NB Entrepreneurs manufactures pharmaceutical-grade Powdered Cellulose that meets the rigorous specifications of the USP-NF, BP, and IP pharmacopoeias — providing your formulations with a reliable, inert filler and functional excipient you can count on.
Powdered Cellulose is purified, mechanically disintegrated cellulose prepared from alpha-cellulose obtained from fibrous plant material. Unlike Microcrystalline Cellulose, Powdered Cellulose is not partially depolymerised — it consists of longer cellulose fibres in powdered form. It is chemically inert, water-insoluble (but hydrophilic), and non-digestible, making it ideal as a pharmaceutical filler, food ingredient, and functional additive in a wide range of applications.
Non-reactive with APIs, ensuring formulation stability and long shelf life.
High water-holding capacity improves dough texture in food applications and wicking in tablet formulations.
In food and nutraceuticals, Powdered Cellulose provides insoluble dietary fibre without caloric contribution.
Its fibrous structure prevents agglomeration in powdered food and supplement products.
Suitable as a diluent in direct compression and wet granulation tablet formulations.
Plant-derived, non-GMO, suitable for clean-label formulations.
| Parameters | U.S.P. – N.F. |
|---|---|
| Description | A White or almost White, fine or granular powder, Odorless |
| Identification A, B, C | COMPLIES |
| Conductivity, μS/cm | NMT Water by 75 |
| pH | 5.0 – 7.5 |
| Heavy Metals, PPM | NMT 10 |
| Loss on drying, % | NMT 6.5 |
| Residue on Ignition, % | NMT 0.3 |
| Water Soluble Substances % | NMT 1.5 |
| Ether Soluble Substances % | NMT 0.15 |
| Bulk density, g/ml | 0.25 to 0.45 |
| Microbiology Limits | |
| Total Aerobic Microbial Count, cfu/g | NMT 1000 |
| Total Yeast And Mold Count, cfu/g | NMT 100 |
| Escherichia Coli | Absent in 1g Sample |
| Salmonella Species | Absent in a 10g Sample |
| Pseudomonas Aeruginos | Absent in 1g Sample |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | Absent in 1g Sample |
| Type | Size |
|---|---|
| HDPE Bags | 25 Kg |
| HDPE Bags | 20 Kg |
| Paper Bags | 25 Kg |
| Paper Bags | 20 Kg |
| FIBC | 400 Kg |
| Container | Palletized | Non-Palletized |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Ft. (Approx Wt.) | 10,000 Kg | 12,000 Kg |
| 40 Ft. (Approx Wt.) | 20,000 Kg | 24,000 Kg |
Tablet filler and diluent in direct compression formulations
Food industry: anti-caking agent in shredded cheese, dried fruits, and spice blends
Dietary fibre additive in functional foods, cereals, and nutrition bars
Cosmetics and personal care as a bulking agent and texture modifier
Animal feed as a fibre source and flow agent
With nearly five decades of manufacturing experience since 1976, cGMP-certified production facilities, and a track record serving 1,000+ customers across 192 cities and 20+ countries — including 75+ USFDA-accredited facilities — NB Entrepreneurs delivers Powdered Cellulose that meets the strictest pharmacopoeial standards. Our 18,000 MT/year MCC capacity ensures reliable bulk supply with 99.4% perfect order rate. Every batch ships with a full Certificate of Analysis, MSDS, and technical data sheet. Our dedicated technical team supports grade selection, formulation compatibility, and regulatory documentation — making us far more than just a supplier.
Powdered Cellulose consists of longer, fibrous cellulose particles that are mechanically disintegrated but not chemically depolymerised. MCC is partially depolymerised, resulting in shorter, more crystalline particles with superior compactibility and binding properties. MCC is generally preferred for tablet compression due to its better mechanical properties; Powdered Cellulose is more commonly used as a diluent, anti-caking agent, and dietary fibre source.
Yes. Powdered Cellulose is approved as a food additive by major food safety authorities worldwide, including the FDA (21 CFR 182.90), the European Food Safety Authority (E460i), and the FSSAI in India. It is used globally in food products as an anti-caking agent, bulking agent, and dietary fibre source.