MHEC

Hydroxyethyl methylcellulose (HEMC) is widely used in water-based latex coatings, construction and building materials, printing inks, oil drilling, etc., serving as a thickening and water-retaining agent, enhancing workability, and is used in dry and wet mortar series products.

Hydroxyethyl methylcellulose is widely used as an excipient in pharmaceutical preparations.

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Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Specification

Item Details
Product Name Hydroxyethyl Methylcellulose (HEMC)
Abbreviation HEMC/MHEC
Appearance White Powder or off-white powder
CAS Number 9032-42-2
H.S Code 39123900
Packaging 25kg bags,OEM Package available
Shelf Life 2 years when properly stored

Main Application

01 Self-Leveling Compounds

Enhances flow, prevents segregation, and ensures even spreading with stable viscosity.

02 Water-Based Paints & Coatings

Acts as a thickener and stabilizer for improved brush ability, leveling, and anti-sag performance.

03 Cement-Based Plasters & Mortars

Provides better consistency, water retention, and trowel ability for smooth and durable finishes.

04 Wall Putty & Skim Coat

Enhances water retention and application smoothness, reduces cracks, and delivers a uniform surface.

05 Tile Adhesive

Improves open time, workability, and slip resistance for better tile alignment and strong bonding.

06 Gypsum-Based Products

Improves workability and crack resistance in gypsum plasters, joint fillers, and repair compounds.

Product Advantages of MHEC


  • In the field of pharmaceuticals, hydrocolloid matrices are used as materials for preparing sustained-release preparations, pore-forming agents, and coating agents. They can also be used as thickening agents, suspending agents, dispersing agents, adhesives, emulsifiers, film-forming agents, and water-retaining agents for the preparations.

  • In food processing, they can also be used as adhesives, emulsifiers, film-forming agents, thickening agents, suspending agents, dispersing agents, and water-retaining agents, etc.

  • In the daily chemical industry, they are used as additives for toothpaste, cosmetics, detergents, etc.
  • They are used as gelling agents, water-retaining agents for cement, gypsum, and lime, and are excellent admixtures for powder building materials.
  • Hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose is widely used as a drug preparation excipient, including oral tablets, suspensions, and topical preparations.

Why is Xinwohao the best manufacturer of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose

  • Extensive Production Capacity
    • The modern factory covers an area of over 30,000 square meters and is equipped with advanced production lines.
    • Annual production volume: More than 60,000 tons, capable of meeting the demands of large-scale orders and industrial-scale supply.
  • Customizable Product Grades
    • Adjustable viscosity (400–100,000 mPa·s) and substitution degree
    • Tailored particle size and powder properties for specific applications
    • Small batch samples available for formulation testing
  • Strict Quality Control
    • ISO9001, GMP, and REACH certified production
    • Consistent performance, high solubility, and reliable water retentio
    • Each batch tested for viscosity, pH, and particle characteristics
  • Wide Industry Applications
    • Construction: tile adhesive, wall putty, dry-mix mortar, gypsum plaster, self-leveling mortar
    • Coatings & Paints: water-based paints, rheology control
    • Home care & Detergent: viscosity control, stability, improved texture
  • Global Export Experience
    • Experienced in shipping to Europe, North America, and Asia
    • Supports FOB, CIF, and DDP delivery options
    • Bulk packaging options: 25kg bags, 500kg bags, ton bags
  • Technical Support & After-Sales Service
    • R&D team assists in selecting appropriate HPMC grades for specific formulations
    • Guidance on dispersion, viscosity adjustment, and stability optimization