Microcrystalline Cellulose Market by Application – Trends & Forecasts to 2020
Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) is partially depolymerized alpha cellulose obtained from purified pulp, which is derived from wood or non-wood cellulose-rich natural resource. It is physiologically inert, chemically stable, odorless, and tasteless substance. It has applications across varied industry verticals, including pharmaceutical, food & beverage, cosmetics & personal care, and others. The pharmaceutical application segment is the leading application of the global MCC market. In pharmaceutical application, it is used in the direct compression method as it reduces the production cost. MCC is an important substance which is used in every form of oral dosage, including pellets, capsules, tablets, sachets, and others.
Sigachi Group, is as on date is one of the largest manufacturers of Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) in India. The facilities are WHO GMP, HACCP and ISO 9001:2008 certified.