Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose(HPMC)

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, σαμπουάν, 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 QUCIK DIRECT HPMC is 24 months.

Recommended dosage:

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

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