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. CMC offers excellent dispersibility and rheological control in both aqueous and semi-aqueous systems, making it a versatile additive across multiple industries.
Hehui Chemical offers high-quality CMC grades with controlled viscosity, purity, and substitution levels to meet the specific requirements of each application.
Item | Details |
Product Name | Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) |
Abbreviation | CMC |
Appearance | White Powder or off-white powder |
CAS Number | 9004-32-4 |
HS Code | 39123100 |
Packaging | 25kg bags, OEM Package available |
Shelf Life | 2 years when properly stored |
Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) is a high-performance, water-soluble cellulose ether derived from natural plant fibers. It is valued for its versatility, consistent quality, and environmental safety. Below are the key benefits that make CMC a preferred additive across various industries:
1. Outstanding Water Retention
Helps maintain moisture in cement, paper, and ceramic systems, ensuring better curing, coating uniformity, and product stability.
2. Effective Thickening and Rheology Control
Provides reliable viscosity control in both low and high-shear systems, ideal for coatings, detergents, and printing pastes.
3. Excellent Film-Forming Capability
Forms smooth, continuous films on paper and textiles, enhancing surface strength, gloss, and print quality.
4. Strong Binding and Suspension Power
Improves structural integrity in tablets, ceramics, and coatings, while keeping solids evenly suspended to prevent settling.
5. Salt and Alkali Resistance
Maintains stable performance in high-pH environments, such as tile adhesives, detergents, and oilfield fluids.
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Product category | Grades | Viscosity (2% 、25℃ ) mPa.s | Application Scope |
Construction | HHDM-6 | 600-800 | Wall putty |
HHDH-8 | ≥800 | Cement based building materials | |
Paper Making | PM5-30 | 5-3000 | Paper Sizing ,Plumbing and Coating |
Oil Drilling | CMC-LV | Low Viscosity | Oil drill fluids |
CMC-HV | High Viscosity | Oil drill fluids | |
Ceramic | HHGH-1 | ≥600 | Ceramic body glaze |
Food Grade | HHFH8 | 200-500 | Beverages, health care oral liquid |
HHFV8 | ≥500 | fruit juice and dairy beverages. | |
HHFH9 | 200-500 | Beverages, health tonics | |
HHFV9 | ≥500 | Solid beverages, ice cream |