Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose | 9004-65-3
Cas No :
9004-65-3
Synonyms :
Form :
Powder
Molecular Weight :
100000 G/mol
Boiling Point :
200 °c
Flash Point :
250 °c
Solubility :
Water Soluble
Description :
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose Suppliers and Exporter for USA
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC) is a water-soluble cellulose ether derived from purified cellulose. It is widely used as a thickener, viscosity modifier, film-forming agent, binder, stabilizer, and water-retention additive. HPMC is available in different grades and viscosity ranges, making it suitable for pharmaceutical, construction, personal care, food, coatings, adhesives, and other industrial applications.
ChemicalBull supplies and exports Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose for customers across the USA. We support bulk requirements for manufacturers, formulators, distributors, and industrial buyers with suitable grades, specifications, packaging, and supply quantities according to application requirements.
Applications of Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose is used in pharmaceutical formulations as a binder, film-forming agent, thickener, and controlled-release polymer. Specific grades are selected according to dosage form and formulation requirements.
Construction Chemicals
HPMC is widely used in tile adhesives, cement-based mortars, wall putties, renders, and other construction formulations. It helps provide water retention, workability, consistency, and viscosity control.
Personal Care and Cosmetics
HPMC is used in creams, lotions, gels, shampoos, cleansers, and other personal care formulations as a thickener, stabilizer, and film-forming polymer. It can help control formulation viscosity and texture.
Food Formulations
Suitable food-grade HPMC is used as a thickener, stabilizer, emulsification aid, and film-forming ingredient in selected food applications. The appropriate grade should be selected according to the intended food use.
Paints and Coatings
HPMC is used in selected water-based paints and coatings as a rheology modifier and stabilizing agent. It can help control viscosity and improve the handling and application characteristics of aqueous systems.
Adhesives
HPMC is used in water-based adhesives as a thickener, binder, and viscosity modifier. It helps provide controlled consistency and contributes to the stability of suitable adhesive formulations.
Industrial and Specialty Formulations
HPMC is also used in various specialty and industrial formulations where water solubility, viscosity modification, film formation, binding, and stabilization are required.
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose Supplier and Distributor in the USA
ChemicalBull is a Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose supplier and exporter serving customers in the USA. We supply HPMC in bulk quantities for pharmaceutical, construction, personal care, food, coatings, adhesives, and industrial applications. Product grade, viscosity, specifications, packing, and quantity can be discussed according to the buyer's requirements.
Bulk Product Supply
Our bulk Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose supply is suitable for customers requiring consistent material for formulation and manufacturing operations. Applications include:
- Pharmaceutical formulations
- Construction chemicals
- Personal care and cosmetic products
- Food formulations
- Paints and coatings
- Water-based adhesives
- Industrial and specialty formulations
ChemicalBull can coordinate bulk Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose supply and export requirements for USA buyers based on the required grade, viscosity, specification, packing, and quantity.
Why Buy Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose from ChemicalBull?
ChemicalBull supplies Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose to customers looking for dependable chemical sourcing and export support. We coordinate product specifications, documentation, packaging, and shipment requirements according to the buyer's application and order quantity.
Buyer Advantages:
- Bulk Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose supply for USA buyers
- Different viscosity grades based on application requirements
- Suitable grades for pharmaceutical, construction, food, personal care, and industrial uses
- Flexible packing and order quantities
- Support for export documentation and shipment coordination
- Product documentation available as applicable
Frequently Asked Questions About Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose
1. What is Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose?
Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, commonly known as HPMC, is a water-soluble cellulose ether derived from cellulose. It is used as a thickener, binder, film former, stabilizer, and water-retention agent.
2. What is Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose used for?
HPMC is used in pharmaceutical formulations, construction chemicals, personal care products, food formulations, paints and coatings, adhesives, and various industrial applications.
3. Is Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose water soluble?
Yes, HPMC is generally soluble in water and forms viscous solutions. Its solubility and viscosity behavior depend on the grade, substitution characteristics, concentration, temperature, and formulation conditions.
4. Can ChemicalBull supply Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose in bulk to the USA?
Yes, ChemicalBull supplies and exports Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose in bulk quantities to USA buyers. Grade, viscosity, packing, specifications, and quantity can be discussed according to the customer's requirements.
5. What are the related products to Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose?
Related cellulose ethers include Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC), Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC), and Hydroxypropyl Cellulose (HPC). The appropriate product depends on the required viscosity, solubility, rheology, and application.
