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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 |
|---|---|
| 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
Stable aqueous dispersion without additional surfactants
High surface area (430 m²/g) for enhanced interaction in formulations
Nanoscale dimensions (2–5 nm crystallites) for precision in advanced materials
Environmentally safe, biodegradable, and non-toxic
Excellent mechanical reinforcement potential in composites
Suitable for pH-sensitive applications due to its neutral range (6–7)
Applications
Biomedical engineering: scaffolds, wound dressings, drug delivery systems
Rheology modifiers: gels, thickeners, and emulsifiers
Nanocomposites & coatings: lightweight, strong, and biodegradable materials
Food & cosmetics: as a stabilizer and thickener in water-based systems
Paper & packaging: barrier films, coatings, and recyclable solutions
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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