Hyderabad Pharma Blast 2025
July 9 , 2025
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- A deadly blast occurred at Sigachi Industries’ Hyderabad unit, making Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC).
- MCC is chemically inert, not absorbed by the body, and does not irritate the skin.
- It acts as a binder and texturizer, used in pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and other industries.
- MCC helps to add weight to the drugs and supports active ingredients to work effectively.
- The explosion killed around 36 workers and exposed gaps in safety culture and equipment maintenance.

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