Understanding Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)

22 Jan.,2022

hydroxypropyl methylcellulose(HPMC) CAS no. : 9004-65-3,is white to slightly off-white fibrous or granular powder,it is a synthetic modified natural polymer,and a nonionic cellulose ether with odorless and tasteless.

 

What is Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose(HPMC)?

hydroxypropyl methylcellulose(HPMC) CAS no. : 9004-65-3,is white to slightly off-white fibrous or granular powder,it is a synthetic modified natural polymer,and a nonionic cellulose ether with odorless and tasteless. HPMC can increase properties of gelation, surface activity, water retention,thickening, adhesion, dispersion, emulsification, film-forming, suspension, providing protective colloids and other properties. please contact YAMTOP is used in tile adhesive,dry mix mortar ,wall putty,pharmaceutical excipients, food,paint,detergent,cosmetic,ceramic industry etc.its synonym: HPMC; E464; MHPC; Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose,Hypromellose. Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose is easily soluble in cold water but difficult to be soluble in hot water. However, its gelling temperature in hot water is significantly higher.HPMC can mix with water soluble polymers to form a uniform solution of higher viscosity, such as polyvinyl alcohol, starch ethers, and vegetable gums.

 
What is hydroxypropyl methylcellulose made of?

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose(HPMC) is made of purified cotton linter cellulose or wood pulp with special etherification under alkaline condition. The whole process is made under automatic DCS control which contain no preservatives, gelatin, wheat, gluten, animal products or starch.

Is Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose safe?

Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC) is manufactured from purified cotton linter cellulose with special etherification under alkaline condition. The whole process is made under automatic DCS control which contain no active constituents, such as animal organs and grease. It is non-toxic and harmless, and approved as additives by the food, drug and cosmetics regulations of all the countries,Overall, the FDA consider it as a non-toxic and non-irritating inactive ingredient that is safe for human use and consumption.

What is the use of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose?

HPMC can be used in tile adhesive,dry mix mortar ,wall putty,pharmaceutical excipients, food, paint, detergent, cosmetic,ceramic industry etc. How do you mix hydroxypropyl methylcellulose? Dissolve 2 spoons of hpmc in a half cup of hot boiling water. Stir continuously until all materials have dissolved in water; the solution should be fairly thick and syrupy. Next add 1 cup of very cold water, and mix thoroughly. Is hydroxypropyl methylcellulose sugar? hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is one kind of cellulose ether,Not sugar. What is K in HPMC k4m? Kimacell Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC) K4M is a high purity and water soluble cellulose derivatives,it has properties of gelation, surface activity, water retention,thickening, adhesion, dispersion, emulsification, film forming, suspension, providing protective colloids and other properties.K means gelling temperature is between 70-90℃.The viscosity is 4000cps. What is Methocel f50? Methocel is the brand from DOW Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. Methocel F50 is commonly used to stabilize foams, especially whipped foams.F means gelling temperature is around 65 ℃,viscosity range is between 40-60 cps.