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Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is a nonionic cellulose ether. It is a white powder that is soluble in cold water and gels in hot water. It possesses water-retention, thickening, binding, film-forming, and suspending properties, and is chemically stable. It serves as a general-purpose polymeric additive in the construction, food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.
| Item | Specification |
| MF | C3H7O* |
| MW | 59.08708 |
| Solubility | Soluble in cold water to form a colloidal solution; insoluble in hot water and anhydrous ethanol. |
| Thermal Properties | Forms a gel when the aqueous solution is heated to 60°C or higher; reverts to its original state upon cooling. |
| Acid-Base Properties | pH of 1% aqueous solution: 6.0–8.0 |
| Stability | Stable at room temperature; resistant to weak acids and alkalis; excellent resistance to electrolytes. |
Construction and Building Materials: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is used as a water-retaining agent and thickener in tile adhesives, putty powder, and cement mortar; extends open time, prevents cracking due to water loss, and improves workability.
Food Industry: Food-grade product used as a thickener, emulsifier, and suspension stabilizer in beverages, baked goods, frozen foods, and vegetarian products.
Pharmaceutical Excipients: HPMC is used as tablet binders, matrix materials for sustained-release and controlled-release formulations, drug coatings, and suspension aids.
Personal Care and Cosmetics: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is used in toothpaste, skincare products, and hair care products to thicken, stabilize foam, and suspend powders, enhancing system stability and user experience.
Other Industries: Used as dispersants, binders, and rheology modifiers in water-based coatings, inks, ceramic slurries, and the paper industry.
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