Highly water-soluble, rapid hydration with low-viscosity solution formation for efficient processing.
Excellent thermal gelation profile—forms reversible gels upon heating, enhancing texture control in hot applications.
Outstanding film-forming capability and surface adhesion, supporting uniform coating and binder performance.
Good compatibility with common excipients, surfactants, and electrolytes in complex formulations.
Consistent batch-to-batch rheological performance due to stringent Ashland manufacturing controls.
Pharmaceutical oral solid dosage forms (e.g., controlled-release tablets and matrix tablets).
Topical gels and ointments requiring thermoreversible structuring and skin adherence.
Construction mortars and tile adhesives as a water retention and workability enhancer.
Food-grade stabilizers in dairy alternatives and plant-based beverages for viscosity and suspension control.
Personal care formulations including hair styling gels and cleansing foams for viscosity build and clarity.
| Chemical Type | Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) |
| Product Form | White to off-white free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Fine, odorless, non-ionic cellulose ether powder |
| Primary Applications | Pharmaceuticals, construction, personal care, food |
| Key Features | Thermoreversible gelation, high purity, low ash content |
| Benefits | Improved tablet disintegration, enhanced mortar water retention, clear aqueous solutions |
| pH of 2% Aqueous Solution (25°C) | 5.0 – 8.0 |
| Viscosity (2% in water, 20°C, mPa·s) | 30 – 45 (as per ASTM D2857) |
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