Exploring Methyl and Ethyl Compounds in Organic Chemistry Applications
Due to the myriad of properties, HPMC is often used to substitute many other additives with lower concentration, making HPMC an incredibly efficient and effective additive in area of adhesives, construction, foods, household products, pharmaceuticals and etc.
MHEC is a methylcellulose derivative made from natural polymeric cellulose. It is widely used as a water retention agent, thickener, binder, and dispersant in the dry-mix mortar industry, oil drilling, detergents, and paints in many different industries.
Specific applications and their role in the application are as follows.