Croscarmellose Sodium
What is Croscarmellose Sodium?
Croscarmellose sodium is a modified form of cellulose, a natural polymer found in plant cell walls. It is made by chemically treating cellulose to make it water-soluble and enhance its ability to absorb water. This process results in a white, odorless powder.
Is Croscarmellose Sodium vegan?
Croscarmellose Sodium is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Croscarmellose Sodium gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Croscarmellose Sodium a major allergen?
Croscarmellose sodium is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Croscarmellose Sodium used for?
Croscarmellose sodium is primarily used as a disintegrant in tablets and capsules, helping them break apart quickly after ingestion.
Is Croscarmellose Sodium safe?
Croscarmellose sodium is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Croscarmellose sodium is primarily used as a disintegrant in tablets and capsules, helping them break apart quickly after ingestion. It is also used as a thickener and stabilizer in some food products, though less commonly. You might find it in supplements, powdered drink mixes, and some processed foods.
Health notes
Croscarmellose sodium is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is poorly absorbed by the body and passes through the digestive system largely undigested. JECFA has evaluated croscarmellose sodium and established an acceptable daily intake. No significant health concerns are associated with its typical consumption levels in food.
Allergen info
Croscarmellose sodium is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Croscarmellose Sodium
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