Application
● HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose)
● MHEC (Hydroxyethyl Methylcellulose, also known as Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose)
Why Use HPMC and MHEC in Tile Adhesive?
In modern tile adhesive formulations, HPMC and MHEC play a vital role in enhancing performance and application quality. These cellulose ethers serve as essential rheology modifiers and water-retaining agents, ensuring the adhesive performs reliably on both vertical and horizontal surfaces.
Whether you're producing C1 or C2 tile adhesives, or aiming for improved slip resistance and extended open time, our high-quality HPMC and MHEC products deliver consistent and superior results.
Improved Water Retention
HPMC and MHEC help retain moisture in the mortar, allowing full hydration of cement and better adhesion. This is especially important in hot or dry climates.
Enhanced Workability
Our cellulose ethers improve the consistency and smoothness of tile adhesive, making it easier to apply and spread.
Extended Open Time
Longer open time provides more flexibility during tile installation, allowing workers to reposition tiles without losing bonding strength.
Excellent Slip Resistance
MHEC and HPMC reduce tile slip on vertical surfaces, minimizing tile movement before curing.
Better Sag Resistance and Adhesion
Achieve optimal bonding strength with minimal sag, meeting international standards for performance and safety.
Manufactured with advanced etherification technology
Customizable viscosity grades for different application needs
High purity, low ash content, and consistent batch quality
Excellent compatibility with cement, sand, and fillers
Globally exported and trusted in 20+ countries
Packaging: 25kg multi-layer paper bags with inner PE liner
Shelf Life: 24 months if stored in a cool, dry environment
Storage Advice: Avoid humidity and direct sunlight. Keep sealed when not in use.
Hehui Chemical is a professional HPMC and MHEC manufacturer with production bases in Ningxia and Hebei, China. We supply high-quality cellulose ethers for tile adhesives, wall putty, self-levelling mortars, and more.
Hehui Chemical is a professional cellulose ether manufacturer, offering HPMC for tile adhesive and HEMC for tile adhesive used in all grades of cement-based tile adhesives.
1. Our construction-grade cellulose ethers significantly enhance water retention in cement systems, preventing premature drying and improving hydration.
2. HPMC in tile adhesive and HEMC in tile adhesive improve mortar consistency and workability, ensuring smooth troweling and reduced sagging.
3. Extend open time and reduce slip for better tile adjustment, especially in fast-paced or hot-climate construction.
4. Ideal cellulose ether solutions for tile adhesives, from standard C1 and C2 systems to high-performance, polymer-modified formulations.
Hehui's HPMC for C1 tile adhesive offers a cost-effective solution for standard tiling needs on interior walls and floors.
1. Acts as a reliable cellulose ether for tile adhesive, improving water retention and bonding strength for basic cement mortars.
2. Enhances adhesion strength and workability for small-format ceramic tiles in cement-based adhesive applications.
3. Stabilizes rheology and ensures consistent performance across batches—key for quality HPMC in tile adhesive production.
4. Designed for economical yet dependable performance in C1-grade tile adhesives using HPMC-based formulations.
Hehui's HEMC for C2 tile adhesive delivers superior performance in more demanding environments, including large tiles and exterior surfaces.
1. Provides extended open time and improved wetting properties—essential for polymer-modified tile adhesive formulations.
2. Boosts adhesion strength and tile slip resistance, especially on dense or low-porosity substrates.
3. Offers stable viscosity in high-heat or dry conditions, ensuring excellent application of HEMC in cement-based adhesives.
4. A perfect choice for premium C2 tile adhesives requiring long-lasting bonds, flexibility, and stability.
Hehui's modified HPMC and HEMC for tile adhesive are specially engineered for flexible and quick-setting formulations in modern construction.
1. Enhance rheology and reduce slip, making them ideal cellulose ether additives for vertical tile applications.
2. Promote fast hydration and early strength development in quick-setting tile adhesive systems.
3. Improve elasticity and crack resistance in flexible tile adhesive formulations, maintaining long-term durability.
4. Trusted by formulators needing HPMC or HEMC for tile adhesive systems used in dynamic environments like underfloor heating, wet zones, or exterior walls.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) is a non-ionic, water-soluble polymer derived from natural cellulose. At Hehui Chemical, we manufacture high-purity HPMC designed to meet the demanding needs of dry mix mortars, water-based paints, and household detergent formulations.
MHEC, also known as HEMC (Hydroxyethyl Methylcellulose), is a versatile cellulose ether widely used in construction materials and water-based Paint &coatings. As a modified cellulose ether, MHEC offers excellent water retention, thickening, and rheology control properties, making it a vital ingredient in products like tile adhesives, dry mix mortars, wall putty, gypsum plaster, and waterborne paints.
Hehui Hydroxyethyl Cellulose HEC Powder is a non-ionic, water-soluble cellulose ether designed to deliver excellent thickening, stabilization, and water retention across a wide range of industries. Made from high-purity natural cellulose, our HEC is ideal for water-based formulations in paints, coatings, construction materials, personal care products, and oilfield chemicals.
Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) is an anionic water-soluble polymer derived from refined cellulose. It is widely used as a thickener, stabilizer, binder, water retention agent, and film-forming agent.
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