METHOCEL™ K15M S HPMC - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ K15M S HPMC - Specialty, identified as cellulose ethers and hypromellose, functions as a rheology modifier, ensuring consistency in formulations. Notably, it possesses the property of being water-soluble, making it suitable for various applications.

Functions: Rheology Modifier

Chemical Family: Cellulose & Cellulosics, Cellulose Ethers

Synonyms: 2-Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose ether, Cellulose hydroxypropyl methyl ether, Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose ether, 2-Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, Methyl hydroxypropyl cellulose, Hypromellose, HPMC, Hypermellose

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Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Cellulose Ethers
Chemical Name
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
INCI Name
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Industrial Additives Functions
Rheology Modifier
Technologies
Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Other Processing Additives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
APE-free,
Allergen-free,
Aluminum-free,
Antibiotics-free,
BSE-free,
Bisphenol Derivatives-free,
CMR Substances-free,
Caffeine Free,
Dairy-free,
Diethylene Glycol-free,
Dioxane-free,
Dye Free,
Endocrine Disruptor-free,
Ethylene Glycol-free,
Fungicide-free,
Gluten-free,
Glycerin-free,
Halal,
Herbicide-free,
Hormones-free,
Iodide-free,
Kosher,
Latex-free,
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free,
Natural Latex Rubber-Free,
Non-GMO,
PAH-free,
PFAS-Free,
PFOA-free,
PFOS-free,
PHO (Partially Hydrogenated Oil)-Free,
PVC-free,
Palm Oil-free,
Paraben-free,
Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP)-free,
Pesticide-free,
Phthalates-free,
Plasticizer-free,
Potassium-free,
Preservative-free,
Quaternary Ammonium Salt-Free,
Sugar-free,
TSE-free,
Tributyltin (TBT) - Free,
Vegan,
Vegetarian

Applications & Uses

Segments
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Adhesive
Industrial — Construction and PVC

Properties

Physical Form
Powder
Soluble In
Water Soluble
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Content (as Packaged)max. 7.0%PSM 100667
Viscosity (at 20°C, 2%)10,000 - 18,000mPa.sUbbelohde, PSM 101662
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxypropoxyl Content7.0 - 12.0%PSM 100755
Methoxyl Content19.0 - 24.0%PSM 100755
Sodium Chloride Contentmax. 2.0%PSM 100755
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Screen (< 420 micron through 40 U. S. STD. Sieve)min. 99%-
Note
  • All section names come under PHS.
  • The following specifications apply to sealed, unopened containers stored under the recommended conditions for the duration of the shelf life.
  • This product is not intended for use as a direct food additive or in pharmaceutical applications.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chinese Pharmacopeia (ChP),
Doping-Free,
FDA 21 CFR 172.874,
FDA 21 CFR 174.5,
FDA 21 CFR 175.105,
FDA 21 CFR 175.300,
FDA 21 CFR 176.170,
FDA 21 CFR 176.180,
FSC Certified,
GMP,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Halal,
ICH Q3C,
Indian Pharmacopeia,
Kosher,
Nagoya Compliant,
OEKO-TEX Compliant,
Swiss Ordinance (SR 817.023.21),
Turkish RoHS Regulation,
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE),
cGMP
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NDSL (Canada),
PICCS (Phillipines)
Quality Standards
Swiss Ordinance (SR 817.023.21)