Cellulose, microcrystalline is used as an emulsifier, bulking agent in food production, extender and anti-caking agent. It is also used in vitamin supplements or tablets. It acts as an alternative to carboxymethylcellulose. It finds application in partition chromatography. Further, it is used as a thickener and stabilizer. In addition to this, it is used as an excipient in the pharmaceutical industry.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.