Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) is a key excipient in formulation and production of pharmaceutical solid dosage forms such
as tablets. In this study, the microcrystalline cellulose (Novicel™) obtained from sugarcane bagasse (a waste material from
sugarcane factories) was compared with Avicel PH 101 (a commercially available MCC) for its physicochemical characteristics
and potential as a dry binder in direct compression of ascorbic acid tablets.