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HPMC - Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose |Made in China
HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose) is a non-ionic cellulose ether with multiple applications, mainly used in the following fields:
1. Construction industry
Mortar and gypsum: used as water retaining agents and thickeners to enhance workability and bonding strength.
Ceramic tile adhesive: enhances bonding strength and slip resistance.
Self leveling mortar: improves fluidity and stability.
2. Pharmaceutical industry
Drug controlled release: a matrix material used as a sustained-release formulation.
Adhesive: Used as an adhesive in tablet manufacturing.
Thickener: Used to increase viscosity in liquid drugs.
3. Food industry
Thickener and stabilizer: used in dairy products, sauces, etc. to improve texture and stability.
Emulsifier: Helps with oil-water mixing and prevents separation.
4. Cosmetics
Thickener and stabilizer: used for lotion, face cream, etc. to improve viscosity and stability.
Moisturizing agents: help maintain skin moisture.
5. Coatings and inks
Thickener: Used for water-based coatings and inks to improve rheological properties.
Stabilizer: prevents pigment and filler from settling.
6. Other applications
Ceramics: used as adhesives and thickeners.
Agriculture: slow-release formulations for pesticides and fertilizers.
summary
HPMC is widely used in various industries such as construction, pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, etc. due to its excellent thickening, water retention, adhesion, and film-forming properties.