Powdered cellulose, 460 (ii), is a subclass of Celluloses (E460 ).

Purified, mechanically disintegrated cellulose prepared by processing alpha cellulose obtained as a pulp from fibrous plant materials; occurs as a white, odourless substance consisting of fibrous particles which may be compressed into self-binding tablets which disintegrate rapidly in water; exists in various grades exhibiting degrees of fineness ranging from a dense free flowing powder to a coarse, fluffy non-flowing material.

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The function(s) performed by the food additive when used in cooking.

• Anticaking agent - Helps prevent food particles from sticking together

• Bulking agent - A filler substance that increases food bulk without increasing available energy value significantly

• Emulsifier - An agent that forms or preserves a mixture of substances normally incapable of being mixed eg. oil and water

• Glazing agent - A substances that gives food a shiny appearance or provides a protective coating

• Humectant - A substance that helps prevent food from drying out

• Stabiliser - A substance that maintains the uniform dispersal of substances in a food

• Thickener - A substance that increases the viscosity of a food

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Data according to various sources such as fao, fda, codex. Spot a mistake? Tell us!

Cellulose microcrystalline
Cellulose respirable fraction
Microcrystalline cellulose

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