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Microcrystalline
Cellulose (MCC)

The workhorse binder-filler for a custom formulation. Excellent compressibility and a neutral taste — the usual backbone of a direct-compression excipient system, and the largest single ingredient by weight in most formulas.

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60–75%
Typical Use Rate
Binder / Filler
Formulation Role
White powder
Appearance
3 sizes
1kg/2kg/5kg
$49.95 USD / bag

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Microcrystalline Cellulose FIG. 01 Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) powder, Press & Powder branded 1kg bag
Why This Excipient

Built for
your own blend.

01

Excellent Compressibility

MCC binds under pressure without a separate granulation step, doing double duty as both filler and binder in a direct-compression formula.

02

Neutral Taste, High Purity

Doesn't interfere with the taste of chewable or fast-dissolving formats — a pharmaceutical-grade filler that's also common in food and nutraceutical tablets.

03

The Backbone of a Custom Blend

Most direct-compression formulas start with MCC at 60–75% of the excipient system, before the active ingredient and the other three roles are added.

Full Specifications

Every
number.

Confirm performance for your specific formulation with your own testing before a production run.

SpecValue
AppearanceWhite, free-flowing powder
RoleBinder / filler
Physical stateSolid
Directly compressibleYes
Typical use rate60–75% of the excipient blend (before active ingredient)
Approx. mesh size100–200 mesh
StorageRoom temperature, sealed container
Bag sizes1 kg, 2 kg, 5 kg
Bulk sizes500 kg, 1 ton, 2 ton, 5 ton pallet lots
Questions

Frequently
asked.

What is MCC used for in tablet compression?

As a diluent and binder in direct-compression formulations — it adds bulk to reach a workable tablet weight and holds the compressed powder together under pressure, doing both jobs at once.

How much MCC should I use?

60–75% of the excipient blend (before adding your active ingredient) is a typical starting point. See our guide on building a direct-compression blend from scratch for the full ratio breakdown.

Can I use MCC alone, without other excipients?

Not for most formulations — MCC alone has no lubricant or glidant, so tablets are likely to stick in the die and the powder may not flow evenly into the die cavity. Pair it with magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide, or use a pre-balanced blend like ReadyBlend.

Reviews

What buyers
say.

4.7 out of 5, based on 3 reviews.

★★★★★
Chris T. March 2026

Our go-to binder/filler — consistent compressibility batch to batch.

★★★★★
Amara O. January 2026

Good starting point for building a blend from scratch, exactly as described.

★★★★☆
Felix D. December 2025

Solid workhorse excipient. Mesh size matched what we needed for our formulation.

Also Consider

Round out
the formula.

EXCIPIENT

Dicalcium Phosphate

A dense, free-flowing filler that balances MCC's binding.

View product → EXCIPIENT

Magnesium Stearate

The standard lubricant, added last at 0.5–2%.

View product → POWDER

Standard ReadyBlend

All four roles pre-mixed into one bag, in nine colors.

View product →

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