Chemical Additives Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose Hpmc For Construction

Also known as hypromellose, is a versatile and widely-used non-ionic cellulose ether that is derived from natural polymers such as refined cotton or wood pulp through a series of chemical processes. HPMC is a methyl cellulose ether derivatives polymer and exists as an odorless, non-toxic, and tasteless white powder. It can dissolve in hot and cold water to form a transparent viscous solution which has a range of properties that make it highly desirable for use in a variety of applications. HPMC has excellent thickening, binding, dispersing, emulsifying, film-forming, suspending, adsorbing, gelling, surface-active, water retention, and protecting colloid properties. It is widely used in different industries such as construction, pharmaceuticals, food, PVC, ceramics, and personal/home care products. In the construction industry, HPMC is frequently utilized as a thickener for costing, tile adhesives, water-based paints, wall putty, thermal insulation costing series. In addition, it is employed as a pharmaceutical excipient and food ingredient, as well as in the production of PVC, ceramics, and detergents. Textiles, personal care products, and home care products also commonly contain HPMC as an ingredient.