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- Manufacturer: J. Rettenmaier
- Product Line: Natural and Synthetic Fibers
- Product: Alpha-Cel® Fibers
- Industries: Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
Alpha-Cel® AC-CP40
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Alpha-Cel® CP40 is an unbleached cellulose powder (CAS No. 9004-34-6) from JRS USA that is insoluble in water and oil. It can be used as an additive for industrial applications, offering thickening, bulking, binding, and more.
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Physical state: Solid fibrous powder
Color: Brown
Odor: Neutral
CAS number: 9004-34-6
pH: 5.0–7.5
Apparent density, (lb/ ft³): 9 lbs
Bulk volume, cc/50 g: 240–270
Thermal decomposition: Approx 200°C
Autoignition: Approx 500°C
Density: 1.27–1.61 g/cc
Shelf life, years: 5
Primary Chemistry:
Cellulose
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Overview
Alpha-Cel® CP40 is a high-purity powdered cellulose manufactured by JRS USA, derived from plants for a naturally derived, biodegradable insoluble fiber. It is an odorless, brown, fibrous powder with a neutral pH of 5.0 to 7.0 and a bulk volume of 240 to 270 cc/50 g. Its excellent physical and chemical characteristics allow it to act as a multifunctional additive for a wide range of applications, including coatings, cosmetics, paints, ceramics, glues, enzymes, and rubbers. Alpha-Cel® CP40 is also insoluble in water and oil, ensuring exceptional compatibility with various ingredients and excellent formulation stability. Alpha-Cel® CP40 is non-GMO, allergen free, and gluten free.
Features & Benefits
- Unbleached cellulose powder
- Biodegradable and compostable
- Extremely durable
- Insoluble in water and oil
- Excellent chemical stability
- Excellent ingredient compatibility
- "Green" fiber
- Low ash content
- Nonabrasive
- Enhanced structural integrity
- Thickening
- Dimensional stability
- Non-GMO
- Gluten free
- Allergen free
- Neutral flavor
Problems Solved
Decrease in melting point temperature or increase in the crystallinity of compounds
Breakdown of compound in finished products
Poor stability or uniformity of finished products due to inadequate fiber stability
Applications
Coatings
Cement
Ceramics
Construction
Cosmetics
Emulsion
Paints
Enzymes
Filtration
Glues
Molding
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Paper
Compounds
Plastics and Resins
Rubber
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