Carboxymethyl Cellulose
CMC
Kemox Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), obtained by chemical modification of natural fibers, is an important cellulose ether with good water solubility, easily soluble in hot and cold water, and a polyanionic compound.
- CAS NO.: 9004-32-4
- HS Code: 39123900
- Type: Economical, Standard & Premium quality
- Applications: Oil drilling, Food, Detergent, Ceramic, Coating, Bettery
- Technical and formulation guild: support
- OEM brand available
Binding Agent
Boost the adhesion of materials to substrates
Thickening Effect
Improve the viscosity of products, making them easier to apply and to work with
Stabilizers and Emulsifiers
Help stabilize emulsions and suspensions, preventing separation
Improved Workability
Enhance the flow and spreadability, achieving the desired finish
Moisture Retention
Ensure proper hydration and curing, such as in cement-based mixtures
Emulsifying properties
Able to stabilize emulsion systems
Kemox CMC Polymer Information
Kemox Carboxymethyl Cellulose is available in industrial, food and pharmaceutical grades for a variety of applications including food, detergents, pharmaceuticals, coatings, ceramics and oil drilling. Fully compliant with industry standards. CMC is characterized by odourless, tasteless, and non-toxic with white to off-white powder or granule. CMC is the carrier of biological products.
Kemox CMC Specifications
Oil drilling grade
Green environmental protection, non-toxic, tasteless and harmless, biodegradable, harmless to agricultural production and the surrounding environment.
The mud containing PAC/CMC can effectively protect the well wall and form a dense filter cake.
It can clean cuttings in time and make the drilling fluid protect low solid phase and low dispersion of clay.
Good compatibility with other polymers; Strong suspension ability.
It is suitable for drilling needs of various geological conditions.
Low permeability will reduce water loss.
It is an excellent fluid loss reducer.
| PAC-HV | PAC-LV | CMC-HV | CMC-LV | |
| Filtration loss | 23ml | 16ml | 10ml | 10ml |
| Moisture | 10% | |||
| Purity | ≥90.0% | |||
Food Grade
Widely used in alcoholic products, liquid drinks, jam, bread and pastries, ice cream, dairy products, condiments.
Effectively reduce the dehydration shrinkage of food; Give food a delicate and smooth taste; It can be combined with other food stabilizers and emulsifiers to reduce manufacturing costs.
Can better control the size of crystals in frozen food, prevent the stratification of oil and water; Extend the shelf life of food.
| FL | FM | FH | FVH | ||||||
| D.S | 0.6-0.9 | 0.9-1.0 | 1.0-1.2 | 0.6-0.9 | 0.9-1.0 | 0.6-0.9 | 0.9-1.0 | 0.6-0.9 | 0.9-1.0 |
| Vis | 2% Solu | 2% Solu | 1% Solu | 1% Solu | |||||
| 100-250 | 400-2000 | 200-600 | 600-8000 | ||||||
| Purity | ≥99.5% | ||||||||
Detergent Grade
Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose(CMC) can be widely used in the field of detergent and daily chemicals as an effective adhesive, thickener, stabilizer and film forming agent. Especially in products that require a stable emulsion system, such as body wash, shampoo, conditioner, dish soap, laundry detergent,cosmetics, tooth paste, hair spray, etc.
| Type | Vis(Brookfield 2% solution 25℃ ) mPa.s | D.S | Purity % | PH | Loss on drying |
| DC5 | 5-40 | 0.5-0.7 | 60 | 8-11 | ≤10% |
| DC100 | 50-100 | 0.6-0.8 | 65 | 7-9 | ≤10% |
| DC300 | 100-300 | 0.6-0.8 | 65 | 7-9 | ≤10% |
| THC1000 | 950-1200 | 0.9-1.2 | 99.5 | 7-9 | ≤10% |
Ceramic grade
When sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is added to the glaze slurry as a binder, suspending agent and deflocculant, it can improve the grinding efficiency and the fluidity of the glaze slurry. It can also increase the strength of the raw glaze, reduce the drying shrinkage of the glaze, and make it firmly bonded to the body and not easy to fall off. In addition, the glaze slurry containing sodium methyl cellulose (CMC) has water retention, which makes the glaze layer dry evenly, the glaze surface is flat and tight, and the glaze surface is smooth and flat after firing, which has better effect.
In the ceramic tile supporting solution, CMC, together with STPP and ZIRCONIUM REPLACEMENT, Wollastonite can be transported together to provide a one-stop service, thereby saving costs for customers.
| Type | Vis(Brookfield 1% solution 25℃ ) mPa.s | D.S | Purity % | PH | Loss on drying |
| KC300 | 350-450 | 0.99-1.02 | 69-72 | 9-10 | ≤10% |
| KC2000 | 900-2000 | 0.6-0.75 | 70-82 | 8.5-10 | ≤10% |
Coating grade
CMC has a carboxyl macromolecular chain that hydrates with water to produce entanglement, increasing the viscosity of the product. It has good solubility in water or organic solvents; it has an excellent thickening effect, which can prevent the coating from separating due to temperature changes, and it can also ensure that the coating does not precipitate during storage; it also has good compatibility with pigments, greatly improving the rheology and viscosity of the coating; it makes full use of the good hydrophilicity of CMC, and the durability of the coating is good; it is often used as a thickener, dispersant and stabilizer in the coating industry.
| Type | Vis(Brookfield 1% solution 25℃ ) mPa.s | D.S | Purity % | PH | Loss on drying % |
| SC300 | 350-450 | 0.99-1.02 | 69-72 | 9-10 | ≤10 |
| SC2000 | 900-2000 | 0.6-0.75 | 70-82 | 7-10 | ≤10 |
| SC2500 | 2000-3000 | 0.9-1.2 | 65 | 7-10 | ≤10 |
| SC3000 | 3000-4000 | 0.9-1.2 | 99.5 | 7-10 | ≤10 |
Bettery grade
As a battery binder, CMC can be widely used in different types of electrode materials such as lithium batteries, natural graphite, mesophase carbon microbeads (MCMB), lithium titanate, tin-based silicon-based negative materials and lithium iron phosphate positive electrode materials; ensuring good electrode slurry coating processing performance and complete and uniform coating, while improving battery capacity, cycle life and stability; effectively improving the overall performance of the electrode, ensuring consistent contact between the active material, conductive agent and current collector, and improving the integrity of the electrode.
| Type | Vis(Brookfield 1% solution 25℃ ) mPa. | D.S | Purity % | Moisture% |
| LC300 | 300-1500 | ≥0.88 | 99.5 | ≤8.0 |
| HC2000 | 1500-3000 | ≥0.9 | 99.5 | ≤8.0 |
CMC Asked Questions
Yes, our CMC is eco-friendly and non-toxic. It’s approved for use in food and personal care products by major regulatory bodies worldwide.
Store CMC in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.
Gradually add CMC to water under constant stirring. Allow time for complete hydration. For best results, refer to our detailed dissolution guidelines.
Yes, CMC properties can be tailored for specific applications. Factors like viscosity, degree of substitution, and purity may vary depending on the intended use.
Our CMC stands out due to its consistent quality, tailored grades for specific applications, excellent performance, and our commitment to customer support.
CMC is used in food, detergents, pharmaceuticals, coatings, ceramics, oil drilling, and many other industries for its thickening, stabilizing, and binding properties.
