MCC consists of 1,4-beta-linked glucose and is an insoluble water-dispersible fibre, which can be used pure as powdered MCC or in its colloidal form. Colloidal MCC is produced by co-processing with a water soluble hydrocolloid such as cellulose gum, xanthan gum or guar gum.
Colloidal MCC forms a tri-dimensional network of insoluble crystalline cellulose resulting in a highly stable and thixotropic texture which is stable over a wide temperature and pH range.
The major functionalities are stabilisation of foam and emulsions, freeze/thaw stability of frozen desserts, fat replacement, suspension of particles, texture modification and addition of opacity.
Functionalities
Powdered MCC
- Tableting aid
- Source of dietary fibres
- Anti-caking aid
- Carrier
Colloidal MCC
- Creates thixotropic texture
- Provides heat stability
- Stabilises emulsions
- Provides suspension power
- Provides freeze/thaw stability
- Provides foam stability
- Acts as fat replacer
Product range
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Product range |
Industry |
Application |
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GRINDSTED® MCC DAI |
Dairy |
Frozen desserts |
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GRINDSTED® MCC BEV |
Beverage |
Fruit beverages |
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GRINDSTED® MCC BAK |
Bakery |
Bread |
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GRINDSTED® MCC CUL |
Culinary |
Dressings |
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GRINDSTED® MCC MAS |
Miscellaneous |
Confectionary |

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