FMC Biopolymer

FMC Biopolymer was a leading global supplier of naturally derived polymers and specialty substances for the pharmaceutical, food, and personal care industries. The company specialized in high-quality excipients, most notably microcrystalline cellulose under the Avicel brand, as well as alginates and carrageenan. These products are critical components in drug formulation, serving as binders, disintegrants, and stabilizers for solid oral dosages and other delivery systems. In 2017, the business was acquired by DuPont as part of a strategic asset swap with FMC Corporation. Following the 2021 merger between IFF and DuPont's Nutrition & Biosciences division, these assets are now part of IFF Pharma Solutions. The company's legacy continues to provide essential technical expertise and material science solutions to the global healthcare market.