MC Methyl Cellulose
VAMCELL MC Methyl Cellulose
VAMCELL is our registered trademark of Cellulose ethers
Introduction:
VAMCELL MC is an odorless and tasteless white or slightly yellow powder, it is a water-insoluble natural polymer, but after a chemical process called Etherification, this water-insoluble cellulose is turned into water-soluble nonionic cellulose ether.
Molecular Formula: [C6H7O2(OH)3-h(OCH3)n]x
CAS NO: 9004-67-5
Bulk Density: 0.25-0.7g/cm3
True Specific Gravity: 1.26-1.31
Carbonization Temperature: 225-230 °C
Specification:
Item Value
Appearance White or off-white powders
Methoxy (%) 27.0-32.0
Particle size(%, through 120 mesh) 85 Min
Loss on drying (%) 5.0 Max
Residue on ignition (%) 1.5 Max (0.5 Pharma. Grade)
PH value 4.0-8.0
Chloride (%, NaCl) 0.2 Max (Pharma. Grade)
Heavy metals (ppm) 20 Max (Pharma. Grade)
Arsenic (ppm) 2 Max (Pharma. Grade)
- Viscosity (mpa.s) 5-75000
- Viscometer: Brookfield RVT, 2% Sol., 20°C.
Properties:
Good water retention
Adjusting consistence
Developing workability
Prolonging open time
Increasing the adhesion
Stability
Application:
Construction materials additives as thickener, binder and water retaining agents
Cosmetic & Personal Care, Detergents
Pharmaceutical materials, coating materials
Food additives
Polymerization and suspension
Paper & textile sizing
Oilfield industry
Special effects
Package:
20kg net paper bags with PE inner liner
500kg jumbo bags with PE inner liner
On clients’ requirement
Storage:
It should be stored under dry and clean conditions and away from heat and direct sunlight, stored in sealed and original package and avoid humidity due to its hygroscopic properties.
