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Description
Aqueous Suspension of Nanocrystalline Cellulose (NCC), 5 wt%
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Nanocrystalline Cellulose (NCC) aqueous suspension at 5 wt% is a high-performance nanomaterial derived from the controlled acid hydrolysis of cellulose fibers. This white, gel-like aqueous form contains rod-like crystallites with nanoscale dimensions, delivering a high surface area and excellent dispersibility in water-based systems.
With its remarkable crystallinity (89%), uniform particle size, and stable suspension behavior, this form of NCC is ideal for advanced applications in biomedicine, nanocomposites, rheology modification, and sustainable material development.
Thanks to its strong negative zeta potential (-38 mV) and moderate pH (6–7), this suspension remains colloidally stable without the need for additional surfactants, making it particularly suitable for eco-friendly formulations and water-based processing systems.
Technical Properties
| Property | Value |
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| Product Form | Aqueous gel, 5 wt% |
| Color | White |
| Bulk Density | 0.66 g/cm³ |
| Molecular Formula | [(C₆O₅H₁₀)₂₂₋₂₈ SO₃Na]₄₋₆ |
| Specific Surface Area | 430 m²/g |
| Molecular Weight | 14,700–27,850 |
| Particle Size (Powder) | 1–40 µm |
| Crystallite Diameter (AFM) | 2–5 nm |
| Crystalline Fraction (XRD) | 0.89 |
| Crystallite Density | 1.54 g/cm³ |
| Sulfur Content | 0.84% |
| Sulfate Content | 246–260 mmol/kg |
| pH (in water) | 6–7 |
| Hydrodynamic Diameter (DLS) | 68 nm |
| Ionic Strength | 232–272 mmol/kg |
| Zeta Potential | -38 mV |
Key Features & Benefits
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Stable aqueous dispersion without additional surfactants
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High surface area (430 m²/g) for enhanced interaction in formulations
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Nanoscale dimensions (2–5 nm crystallites) for precision in advanced materials
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Environmentally safe, biodegradable, and non-toxic
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Excellent mechanical reinforcement potential in composites
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Suitable for pH-sensitive applications due to its neutral range (6–7)
Applications
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Biomedical engineering: scaffolds, wound dressings, drug delivery systems
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Rheology modifiers: gels, thickeners, and emulsifiers
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Nanocomposites & coatings: lightweight, strong, and biodegradable materials
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Food & cosmetics: as a stabilizer and thickener in water-based systems
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Paper & packaging: barrier films, coatings, and recyclable solutions
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Additive manufacturing: eco-friendly inks and printable bio-nanogels
Additional information
| Milliliter | 25 ml, 100 ml, 500 ml, 1000 ml, 5000 ml |
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