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Product Overview
Methyl Cellulose is a polymer chemically modified from natural cellulose, usually in white or white-like powder form.
Product Characteristics
Water soluble: can dissolve in cold water, forming a thick transparent solution.
Thickening: significantly improve the viscosity of the liquid, improve the texture and taste of the product.
Hot gelation: When heated, a gel is formed, and when cooled, it returns to a solution.
Surface activity: has a certain ability to reduce surface tension.
Stability: Good stability to acid and base.
Product Use
Construction industry: as a water-retaining agent and thickener of cement mortar, improve construction performance and bond strength.
Example: In bricklaying mortar, the rapid evaporation of water can be reduced to ensure the quality of mortar.
Food industry: Used in ice cream, jelly and other foods to increase consistency and stability.
Example: In ice cream, it can prevent the formation of ice crystals and make the taste more delicate.
Pharmaceutical field: adhesives and coating materials for tablets.
Daily chemical products: play a thickening and stabilizing role in shampoo, toothpaste and other products.
Production Process
It is generally made from cellulose by etherification reaction with chloromethane.
Market Prospects
With the continuous improvement of product performance and quality requirements in various industries, the market demand of Methyl Cellulose continues to grow. Especially in the construction and food industries, the recognition and demand for its performance are increasing, providing a broad space for its market development.
Use Precautions
Store with moisture, sun protection and avoid contact with strong oxidants.
When dissolving, stir evenly to avoid agglomeration.
In the process of use, the amount of addition should be precisely controlled according to the specific application requirements and formulas.
In summary, Methyl Cellulose, with its unique properties and wide range of uses, has become an indispensable ingredient in many fields and plays a key role in improving product quality and performance.
Characteristics
Thickening
Bonding
Dispersion
Emulsification
Film forming
Suspension
Adsorption
Surface activity
Water retention
Salt resistance
Usage
Coatings
Cosmetics
Oil drilling
Building materials
Printing and dyeing industries
Technical Indicators
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or yellowish powder |
| Methoxyl group content /% | 27.5-31.5 |
| Fineness /% | 80 mesh sieve residue ≤ 8.0 |
| Dry weight loss rate /% | ≤ 5.0 |
| Ash /% | ≤ 1.0 |
| Viscosity /MPa·S | 5.0 - 60000.0 |
| PH value | 5.0-9.0 |
| Light transmittance /% | ≥ 80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Methyl Cellulose?
Methyl Cellulose is a polymer chemically modified from natural cellulose. It usually presents as a white or white-like powder.
What are the key characteristics of Methyl Cellulose?
Its key characteristics include water solubility in cold water (forming a thick transparent solution), thickening properties, hot gelation, surface activity, and high stability to acids and bases.
In which industries is Methyl Cellulose widely applied?
It is widely used in the construction industry (as a water-retaining agent and thickener), food industry (for consistency and stability), pharmaceutical field (as adhesives and coatings), and daily chemical products like shampoo and toothpaste.
How is Methyl Cellulose produced?
Methyl Cellulose is generally manufactured from natural cellulose through an etherification reaction with chloromethane.
What are the precautions when using and storing Methyl Cellulose?
It should be stored away from moisture and sun, avoiding contact with strong oxidants. When dissolving, stir evenly to prevent agglomeration, and control the addition amount precisely according to specific formulas.