Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Ashland Aqualon Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose

Ashland Aqualon™ CMC-NF Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose is a high-purity, non-ionic cellulose ether engineered for thickening, suspension stabilization and water retention in pharmaceuticals, food and personal care. Featuring consistent viscosity, excellent solubility and low microbial content, it meets USP/NF and EP standards with robust batch-to-batch reproducibility.
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Features Of Ashland Aqualon Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose

  1. Highly water-soluble anionic polymer with excellent thickening and suspension capabilities.

  2. Provides outstanding rheology control and pseudoplastic flow behavior in aqueous systems.

  3. Offers good compatibility with electrolytes, surfactants, and other common formulation ingredients.

  4. Delivers consistent performance across a broad pH range (typically pH 3–11).

  5. Non-toxic, biodegradable, and compliant with major global regulatory standards for industrial and pharmaceutical use.

Typical Applications Of Ashland Aqualon Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose

  1. Thickener and stabilizer in household and industrial cleaning formulations.

  2. Suspension agent in agricultural pesticide concentrates and adjuvant systems.

  3. Viscosity modifier in water-based paints, coatings, and architectural finishes.

  4. Binding and film-forming agent in pharmaceutical tablets and topical gels.

Specifications Of Ashland Aqualon Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose

Chemical TypeSodium salt of carboxymethyl ether of cellulose
Product FormWhite to off-white free-flowing powder
AppearanceFine, odorless, hygroscopic powder
Primary ApplicationsThickening, suspension, stabilization, binding, film formation
Key FeaturesWater solubility, pseudoplasticity, electrolyte tolerance, pH stability
BenefitsImproved formulation efficiency, enhanced product shelf life, reduced sedimentation
Regulatory StatusCompliant with USP/NF, EP, JP, FDA 21 CFR §172.874, REACH


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