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Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Ashland Benecel 2208K K15M Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Ashland Benecel 2208K K15M Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is a high-purity, low-viscosity HPMC polymer designed for pharmaceutical immediate-release tablets and oral suspensions. It offers excellent binder functionality, rapid hydration, and consistent flow. This grade complies with USP/NF and EP monographs and ensures robust process performance in direct compression and wet granulation.
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Features Of Ashland Benecel 2208K K15M Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

  1. High viscosity grade offering excellent thickening and suspension performance in aqueous systems.

  2. Thermally reversible gelation behavior enabling controlled rheology across processing temperature ranges.

  3. Consistent batch-to-batch performance supported by Ashland’s stringent GMP-compliant manufacturing controls.

  4. Excellent water solubility with rapid hydration and minimal lump formation under standard mixing conditions.

  5. Non-ionic nature ensures compatibility with electrolytes, surfactants, and a broad pH range (3–11).

Typical Applications Of Ashland Benecel 2208K K15M Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

  1. Cement-based tile adhesives and grouts for enhanced open time and sag resistance.

  2. Exterior insulation finishing systems (EIFS) requiring robust workability and film integrity.

  3. Self-leveling underlayments where high initial viscosity prevents segregation and bleeding.

  4. Pharmaceutical immediate-release tablet binders leveraging its GRAS status and low substitution variability.

  5. Water-based architectural coatings for improved spatter resistance and brush drag control.

Specifications Of Ashland Benecel 2208K K15M Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Chemical TypeHydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)
Product FormWhite to off-white free-flowing powder
AppearanceFine, dry, odorless granular powder
Viscosity (2% aqueous solution at 20°C)15,000–17,000 mPa·s (Brookfield RV, spindle #3, 12 rpm)
Methoxyl Substitution (wt%)19.0–24.0%
Hydroxypropoxyl Substitution (wt%)4.0–12.0%
pH (1% aqueous solution)5.0–8.0
Moisture Content (max)5.0% w/w


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