Hydroxy Propyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC)

Hydroxy Propyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC) Highlights

• Versatile Thickening Agent: HPMC is a cellulose ether widely used as a thickener, binder, and film-former in various industrial applications. Its viscosity can be tailored to meet specific formulation needs.
• Water Retention Properties: This material exhibits excellent water retention capabilities, making it valuable in construction materials like cement and gypsum-based products to improve workability and prevent premature drying.
• Film-Forming Capabilities: HPMC forms clear, flexible films when dried from an aqueous solution. This property is utilized in coatings, adhesives, and pharmaceutical applications.
• Solubility and Stability: It is soluble in water and many organic solvents, offering good stability across a range of pH conditions. This makes it compatible with numerous other ingredients.
• Applications in Construction: Commonly found in tile adhesives, renders, plasters, and self-leveling compounds, HPMC enhances adhesion, workability, and sag resistance.
• Use in Pharmaceuticals and Food: In pharmaceutical and food industries, HPMC serves as a binder, emulsifier, and coating agent, contributing to tablet integrity and controlled release.

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	This item Hydroxy Propyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC) USh 1,000	Gypsum / Plaster of Paris (POP) USh 1,000	Castor Oil - Industrial & Lab Chemicals USh 1,000
Type	Industrial Chemicals	Industrial Chemicals	Industrial Chemicals
Condition	Brand New	Brand New	Brand New
Weight	25	—	—
Chemicals Type	Other	Other	Other
Price	USh 1,000	USh 1,000	USh 1,000