Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose (HEMC)
Product Description
Micelo® Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose (HEMC) is a non-ionic cellulose ether that is made from natural polymer cellulose through a series of etherification reactions. Micelo® HEMC are excellent in water solubility, water retention, surface activity, thickening, film formation, adhesion, suspension, and high-temperature resistance.
We offer different grades of cellulose ethers (standard and customized) . For more information, product TDS, COA, SDS, and free samples. Please contact carrie@michemcn.com
Product Specifications
| Appearance: | white or off-white powder |
| Moisture: | ≤5% |
| Ash: | ≤5% |
| Etherification(MS/DS): | 0.8-1.2/1.8-2.0 |
| pH value: | 6-8 |
| Gel temperature: | 70-85°C |
| Viscosity: | 400-75,000 mPa.s (Brookfield RV, 2%) |
Applications
- Tile adhesives
- Wall putty/skim coat
- Gypsum Plasters
- Joint fillers
- Waterproofing mortars
- Self-leveling compounds
- ETICS / EIFS
Advantages
Our Micelo® are formulated to offer these improvements:
- Improved adhesivestrength and flexibility, reducing the risk of splitting under expansion and contraction
- Good water retention and extended working time
- Optimized product consistency and rheology
- Improved adhesion and sliding resistance
