HPMC - Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

HPMC - Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Specification

Shelf Life
2 Years

Form
Powder

Hardness
Soft

Adhesive Type
Cellulosic Polymer

Surface Of Application
Concrete, Wall, Tiles

Types Of Chemical
Cellulose Ether

Glue thickness
0.02 mm to 2 mm (varies by application)

Holding Power
Excellent

Packaging Size
25 kg

Tensile Strength
High

Features
Non-toxic, High Water Retention, Good Film Forming

Material
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Storage Temperature
Room Temperature

CAS No
9004-65-3

Other Names
HPMC, Hypromellose

Usage
Construction

Grade
Pharma Grade

Purity
99

Application
Paints & Coatings, Tile Adhesive, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals

Color
White

Physical State
Powder

Particle Size
80-100 mesh

Bulk Density
0.30-0.70 g/cm3

pH Value
5.0 - 8.0 (1% solution at 25C)

Degree of Substitution (DS)
1.6 - 2.0

Ash Content
1%

Methoxy Content
19.0 - 24.0%

Standard
USP, BP, EP

Hydroxypropoxy Content
4.0 - 12.0%

Moisture Content
5%

Odor
Odorless

Solubility
Soluble in cold water, insoluble in hot water and most organic solvents

Viscosity
400 - 200,000 mPa.s (2% solution, 20C)

About HPMC - Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

HPMC Powder | Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose | Tile Adhesive, Wall Putty, Plaster Grade | Construction Chemical Raw Material

HPMC Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (Construction Grade), a high-performance cellulose ether used as a thickener, binder, and water-retention agent in cement-based and water-based construction products. Improves workability, consistency, and final performance of coatings, mortars, and adhesives.

Recommended where strong thickening is required, heavy fillers are used, better sag control is needed, or cement paint consistency must remain stable.

Recommended Applications:

Tile Adhesives
Cement Wall Putty
Cement Paints & Cement-Based Coatings
Plasters & Skim Coats
Construction Repair Mortars & Mixes

Key Functions:

High viscosity and smooth consistency
Improved water retention in cement systems
Enhanced workability and open time
Prevents segregation and settling of heavy fillers
Better sag resistance and surface finish
Supports uniform film formation in cement paints

Benefits in Cement Paint specifically: Better paint stability, smooth application, improved coverage, reduced cracking due to controlled water loss, and consistent finish after drying.

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