Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose(HPMC)

Basic infomation:

INCI name:  Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Trade name: Yeser® HPMC

CAS No.: 9004-65-3

Molecular formula:(C10H18O6)n

Source: 3rd-party commissioned manufacturing

Standard executed: GB/T 34263

Packaging: in 25kg woven bags.

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, commonly known as HPMC for short, is a versatile and widely used chemical ingredient derived from cellulose, which is the main structural component of plants. It is a type of cellulose ether commonly used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, detergents, personal care, food, and building materials.

HPMC is a white or yellowish, odorless, tasteless, and non-toxic powder that is soluble in cold water. It can efficiently help to form gels, thicken solutions, and stabilize surfactant emulsions, making it a valuable addition to many detergents and personal care products, such as laundry detergent liquid, dishwashing liquid, shampoos, body wash, and lotion.


Features & Benefits: 

  • Solubility: HPMC is highly soluble in cold water and can form gels, making it suitable for use in a wide range of products.
  • Thickening and stabilizing: HPMC is able to thicken and stabilize solutions, emulsions, and suspensions, making it useful in products such as detergents, personal care products, and cosmetics.
  • Film-forming: HPMC can form films when applied to surfaces, making it useful as a protective coating or film-forming agent in a variety of products.
  • Non-toxic: HPMC is generally considered to be non-toxic and safe for use in a variety of products.
  • Non-irritant: HPMC is generally non-irritating to the skin and mucous membranes, making it suitable for use in personal care products and pharmaceuticals.
  • pH-stable: HPMC is stable over a wide range of pH values, making it suitable for use in products with varying pH levels.
  • Shelf-stable: HPMC is stable over a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels, making it suitable for use in products with a long shelf life.
  • Versatility: HPMC has a wide range of applications in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and building materials, making it a highly versatile ingredient.

Stability/Shelf life:

Stable at an extensive pH range and suitable for use in acidic and alkaline environments.

Pack in tight-closed containers(drums or tanks); Store in a dry, ventilated and cool place; Kept away from direct sun and water.

Under proper storage conditions, the shelf life of Yeser® HPMC is 24 months.

Recommended dosage:

The recommended dosage of Yeser® HPMC in detergents and personal care products is 0.1%-10.0%.

Also known as:

  • Hypromellose
  • Methyl Cellulose
  • Methocel
  • Methylhydroxypropylcellulose
  • Cellulose gum
Items Standards
Classification
Thickening agent
Appearance (25℃)
White or off-white powder
Hydroxypropyl content, %
7.5~12.0
Methoxy content, %
28.0~30.0
Gelling point (2% aqueous solution), ℃
58.0~64.0
Ash (With sulfate) content, %
≤5.0
Water content, %
≤5.0
Light transmittance (2% aqueous solution), %
≥50
Residue on sieve (180μm standard sieve), %
≤5
pH value (1% aqueous solution, 25℃)
5.0~8.5
Viscosity Brookfield (2% aqueous solution)
≥70000 mPa.s
Viscosity NDJ (2% aqueous solution)
160000~240000 mPa.s
Economical High-viscosity Dishwashing Formula
Ingredient Wt, % (as is) Function
0.26%
Neutralizer
2.0%
Primary Surfactant
8.0%
Primary Surfactant
1.5%
Secondary Surfactant
0.5%
Secondary Surfactant
0.1%
Chelating agent
Fragrance, Dye, Preservatives
q.s.
Additives
Deionized water
q.s. to 100%
Solvent, Carrier
q.s. to achieve desired vicosity
Thickener
0.1%~0.3%
Viscosity enhancer
q.s. to achieve desired pH(7-8)
pH Adjuster
Economical Laundry Detergent Liquid Formula
Ingredient Wt, % (as is) Function
0.2%
Neutralizer
1.5%
Primary Surfactant
3.0%
Primary Surfactant
1.0%
Secondary Surfactant
0.2%
Chelating agent
Fragrance, Dye, Preservatives
q.s.
Additives
Deionized water
q.s. to 100%
Solvent, Carrier
0.3%
Thickener
q.s. to achieve desired vicosity
Thickener
q.s. to achieve desired pH(7-8)
pH Adjuster

Frequently Asked Questions

We don’t produce Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose by ourselves, yet we are not simply trading it. 

We have signed a Third-party Toll-manufacturing Agreement with a leading manufacturer who contract manufactures it for us, as per our demand and requirements. 

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) is generally considered to be safe for use in leave-on products, such as hair conditioner. It is a non-toxic and non-irritating ingredient that is widely used in a variety of personal care products, including hair care products.

Typically, our Minimum Order Quantity(MOQ) for Yeser® HPMC is 2,000KG. 

And we can do mixed loading with other non-hazardous products, such as SLESCAPBCDEACMEAAEO-9Dimethicone, etc. one, etc. 

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