Determination of Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)

Determination of Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)

Derived from natural cellulose, Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is a polymer that has been used for many years as a food additive to give smoothness to products such as ice creams and pre-cooked meals.

CMC flocculating agent, chelating agent, emulsifier, thickening agent, water retention agent, sizing agent and film-forming material etc. can be used as CMC is used as a viscosity modifier or thickener and to stabilize emulsions in a variety of products, both food and non-food. Mainly, its high viscosity and non-toxicity are among the reasons for its use.

Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) coded E466 is used in the following products in the food industry.

- Ice cream,
- Bakery foods,
- Beer,
- Cream between cakes,
- Puddings,
- Fruit juices,
- Ice cream,
- Confectionery,
- Specific dairy products,
- Cream cheese,
- Jam,
- Marmalade.