date:May 08, 2012
the polymeric backbone of cellulose (obtained from plant material), a natural carbohydrate that contains a basic repeating structure of anhydroglucose units joined by 1-4 linkages. Each anhydroglucose unit contains hydroxyl groups at the 2,3 and 6 positions. Substitution of these hydroxyl groups creates a range of cellulose derivatives,including methylcellulose. The ACNFP is invitingcomments onits draft opinion by Friday 25 May 2012.
... but still needs approval
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