METHOCEL™ K4M HPMC - Specialty

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METHOCEL™ K4M HPMC - Specialty, identified as cellulose ethers and hypromellose, serves as a rheology modifier, ensuring consistency in formulations. Notably, it is 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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Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Content (as Packaged)max. 5.0%PSM 100667
Viscosity (at 20°C, 2%)3,500 - 5,600mPa.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%PSM 100669
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.

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