Highly water-soluble, rapid hydration with low solution viscosity at low concentrations.
Excellent thermal gelation profile—forms reversible gels upon heating and re-dissolves upon cooling.
Superior film-forming capability with good flexibility, clarity, and barrier properties.
Consistent batch-to-batch performance due to stringent Ashland GMP-compliant manufacturing control.
pH-stable across broad range (3–11), ensuring compatibility in diverse formulation systems.
Pharmaceutical oral solid dosage forms (e.g., controlled-release tablets and matrix pellets).
Topical gels and ointments requiring thermoreversible rheology and skin adhesion.
Construction mortars and tile adhesives for improved workability and open time.
Food-grade thickening and stabilizing agent in dairy alternatives and plant-based beverages.
Personal care formulations including hair styling gels and hand sanitizers for non-tacky film formation.
| Chemical Type | Non-ionic cellulose ether (Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, HPMC) |
| Product Form | White to off-white free-flowing powder |
| Appearance | Odorless, tasteless, fine granular powder |
| Viscosity (2% aqueous solution at 20°C) | Approx. 10 mPa·s (E10M grade designation) |
| Methoxy Substitution (wt%) | 27.0 – 30.0% |
| Hydroxypropoxy Substitution (wt%) | 4.0 – 7.5% |
| Moisture Content (max) | 5.0% (w/w) |
| pH of 2% Aqueous Solution | 5.0 – 8.0 |
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