Carboxymethylcellulose sodium

كربوكسي ميثيل سيلولوز الصوديوم

KindExcipient
ClassBinder
SynonymsNa CMC, Sodium CMC, Cellulose gum, Blanose
Common uses / formsSolution binder in wet granulation (1–5%); thickener/suspending agent in liquids
PropertiesAnionic water-soluble cellulose ether; graded by viscosity and degree of substitution; not to be confused with croscarmellose
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP, JP
Sourcing originsChina, EU
Dominant inbound routeHormuz
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesIonic; distinct from cross-linked croscarmellose disintegrant grade
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

Related substances (Binder)

Povidone K30 · Copovidone · Hypromellose (low-viscosity) · Hydroxypropyl cellulose · Gelatin · Maltodextrin

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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Carboxymethylcellulose sodium — sourcing profile (Excipient) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/e-carboxymethylcellulose-sodium.html