Molekula
Dextrin, precipitated by alcohol
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Dextrin, precipitated by alcohol, is a modified starch derivative produced by controlled hydrolysis, yielding a white to off-white powder with excellent adhesive and binding properties. It’s widely used in food as a thickening agent, in pharmaceuticals for tablet formulation, and in adhesives, textiles, and paper industries for its film-forming and water-solubility benefits. This product has a CAS number of 9004-53-9 and the molecular formula (C6H12O6)x, with no signal word required for safety classification. It is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Dextrin, precipitated by alcohol, from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white/brown/light yellow powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| pH | 5.0 - 7.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤11.0% |
| Solubility | 99% max |
| Sulphated Ash | 1% max |
| Colony total | 1000CFU/g max |
| Total Coliforms | 3MPN/100g max |
| Arsenic (As) | 0.5ppm max |
| DE | 15% max |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90005235 |
| CAS Number | 9004-53-9 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H12O6)x |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 35051000 |
| Tariff Code | 3505101000 |
Safety & GHS
Hazard statements
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is precipitated dextrin commonly used for?
Precipitated dextrin is primarily used as a binder and adhesive in pharmaceutical tablets, as a food thickener/stabilizer, and in paper sizing applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of precipitated dextrin?
The chemical formula is **(C6H12O6)x**, where *x* varies depending on the degree of polymerization; the exact molecular weight is not fixed due to its polymeric nature.
How should precipitated dextrin be stored?
Store in a cool, dry place at ambient temperature, away from moisture and strong odors, in a tightly sealed container.
What grades or purity levels of precipitated dextrin does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade precipitated dextrin**, meeting USP/NF and FDA standards where applicable.
Can Molekula supply precipitated dextrin in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer precipitated dextrin in bulk (minimum order quantities apply); please contact our sales team for specific packaging options.
What documentation comes with an order of precipitated dextrin?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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