Table 2 Major physical characteristics of the used substrates (manufacturer’s information)
| Avicel™ PH-101 | EMCOCEL® HD90 | Alphacel | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fluka | JRS Pharma GmbH & Co. KG | ICN Biomedicals, Inc. |
| Type | Softwood MCC | Hardwood MCC | Hardwood PC |
| Average particle size (µm) | ~ 50 | 124* | 35** |
| Bulk density (g/cm3) | 0.26–0.31 | 0.41 | 0.44–0.50 |