Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
HPC
Kemox HPC is a good thermoplastic material with a plasticity temperature range of 130-150°C. Thermoplastic products still retain their water solubility. It has excellent film-forming properties and the film formed is very tough, has good gloss and sufficient elasticity.
- CAS NO.: 9004-64-2
- HS Code: 39123900
- Type: Economical, Standard & Premium quality
- Applications: Construction Materials, Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals, Food, Cerametics, Coating, Oil Drilling, Cosmetics, Macromolecule Polymerization
- Technical and formulation guild: support
- OEM brand available
Application-Specific Formulation
Optimize performance for specific use cases
Enhanced Stability
Shows excellent stability under various conditions
Precise Reactivity Control
Provides a predictable and consistent response profile
Superior Purity Levels
Minimize contaminants that could interfere with critical processes or applications
Rigorous Quality Certification
High-performance chemicals undergo comprehensive testing and certification processes
Sustainability Focus
Minimize waste and energy consumption
Kemox HPC Polymer Information
Soluble in water or a variety of polar organic solvents at room temperature, such as anhydrous methanol, ethanol, isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycol, methylene chloride, and also soluble in acetone, chloroform and cellosolve. The solution is transparent. HPC does not agglomerate in organic solvent solutions and does not agglomerate even if the temperature is increased.
The ash content is extremely low, which makes this product have excellent adhesion. It is very stable and has good dispersibility when used as an emulsion.
HPC itself has no pharmacological effects. Non-toxic and physiologically harmless.
In addition, HPC also has the ability of cementing, emulsification, foaming, suspension and thickening.
Kemox HPC Specifications
1. Used as a viscosity agent: In the pharmaceutical field, this product is mainly used as a binder, such as as a binder for tablets, granules, and granules. The dosage is generally 1%-5% of the five doses of the drug. Select L or J type can increase the stability of tablets, improve the hardness of tablets, and have a better dissolution time than tablets made of raw materials used as binders.
2. Used as film coating material for tablets. HPC has excellent film-forming properties. The resulting film is tough and elastic. It can be compared with plasticizers. The equilibrium moisture content is very low. By mixing with other temperature-resistant coating agents, the stability of the film can be further improved, generally choose L type.
3. Used as a thickener for solvents, an additive for lotions and a stabilizer for emulsions, M type is generally used.
4. It can be used as a matrix material to prepare matrix sustained-release tablets, sustained-release pellets and double-layer sustained-release tablets. M type is generally used.
5. When used as a gel in ethanol applications and as an ointment base, M type is generally used.
6. Since HPC has excellent film-forming properties, it can be made into a solution in an organic solvent and made into a film. Its tensile strength is very good, and it can be used as a carrier for therapeutic drugs in the same part of the human body.
| Iterm | Standard |
| Hydroxypropoxy content% | 53.4-77.5% |
| Loss on drying% | ≤7.0 |
| PH(1% soution) | 5.0-8.0 |
| Residue on ignition | ≤1.0 |
| Ar,ppm | ≤2 |
| Heavy metals,ppm | ≤20 |
| Lead,ppm | ≤2 |
| Conclusion: It conforms to above test of USP 40 | |
| Specification | Weight average molecular weight | Concentration % | Viscosity (mpa.s) |
| G | 370,000 | 2 | 150-400 |
| J | 140,000 | 5 | 150-400 |
| L | 95,000 | 5 | 75-150 |
| E | 80,000 | 10 | 300-700 |
| M | 850,000 | 2 | 4000-6500 |
| H | 1,150,000 | 1 | 1500-3000 |
HPC Asked Questions
Unlike conventional chemicals, our HPC is engineered at the molecular level for specific applications. We’ve invested years in refining formulations that address the unique challenges in industries like pharmaceuticals and construction materials, resulting in products that simply work better when it matters most.
Our customers typically see a 15-30% efficiency improvement after implementing our HPC. It’s not just about better chemistry—it’s about smarter chemistry. Our products require less material to achieve desired results, react more predictably, and often enable simplified processes.
We believe performance and sustainability go hand-in-hand. Many of our newest HPC require less energy during manufacturing, produce minimal waste, and are biodegradable where application-appropriate.
Absolutely! Safety is our cornerstone. Our HPC undergo rigorous testing that goes beyond regulatory requirements. That’s why we maintain transparency throughout our supply chain and production processes, ensuring every molecule meets the highest safety standards.
We don’t just sell chemicals; we build partnerships. Our technical team becomes an extension of yours—from initial consultation through implementation and beyond. We’ve been knee-deep in ceramic slurries and elbow-deep in drilling muds alongside our customers.
That’s where we truly shine! Our innovation lab loves nothing more than a good challenge. Whether you’re working with unusual substrates or extreme conditions, we thrive on creating tailor-made solutions that give you a competitive edge in your market.
