Microcrystalline cellulose and method for making

摘要

The present application provides compositions comprising microcrystalline cellulose having a high hemicellulose level, a hemicellulose retention greater than 0.65 and a Leveling Off Degree Of Polymerization (LODP) of from about 195 to 240. The microcrystalline cellulose also has high brightness and a X-ray crystallinity index of at least 0.65.