Redispersible microdenominated cellulose
US5487419A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 9, 1993 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2013 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08L3/02
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A process for the production of and a composition of redispersible mechanically disassembled cellulose and the resultant product, referred to as microdenominated cellulose (MDC). The process is characterized by drying the MDC in the presence of a dispersion agent. The product is characterized by a settled volume of greater than 50%, as determined on the basis of a 1% by weight suspension in water after twenty-four hours, and a water retention value of over 350%. MDC is useful as an ingredient in foods, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products.
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