Understanding HPMC Grades: From E3 to K100M for Specialized Applications
NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. provides a comprehensive range of Hypromellose (HPMC) grades, each tailored to meet the specific demands of diverse applications. Understanding these grades, such as the E series (E3, E4, E5, E6, E15, E50) and the K series (K4M, K100M), is crucial for optimizing formulation performance in pharmaceuticals, food products, and industrial materials.
The HPMC E series, characterized by varying viscosities from low (E3) to medium (E50), is particularly popular in ophthalmic solutions and as a pharmaceutical excipient for tablet coatings and binders. The lower viscosity grades, like E3 and E4, offer excellent film-forming properties suitable for delicate applications, while higher viscosity grades in the E series can contribute to the desired rheology in various formulations. For instance, the HPMC for eye drops benefits from the specific viscosity profiles these grades offer, ensuring optimal lubrication and retention time on the cornea.
The HPMC K series, including K4M and K100M, typically features higher viscosity ranges and is extensively used in tablet manufacturing for controlled release and sustained release formulations. K4M, with its mid-to-high viscosity, is excellent for binding and matrix formation in sustained-release tablets. K100M, representing a very high viscosity grade, is often used when a more substantial thickening or gelling effect is required. These specific HPMC pharmaceutical excipient grades are vital for achieving precise drug release profiles, ensuring that medications are delivered effectively over extended periods.
In addition to pharmaceutical uses, HPMC K series grades also find applications in the construction industry, where their water-retention and thickening properties are paramount for mortars and tile adhesives. Across all grades, the commitment to high purity HPMC ensures consistent quality and performance. NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. supports customers in selecting the optimal HPMC grade by offering detailed technical specifications and application guidance, ensuring that every formulation achieves its desired outcome.
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Future Origin 2025
“In addition to pharmaceutical uses, HPMC K series grades also find applications in the construction industry, where their water-retention and thickening properties are paramount for mortars and tile adhesives.”
Core Analyst 01
“Across all grades, the commitment to high purity HPMC ensures consistent quality and performance.”
Silicon Seeker One
“supports customers in selecting the optimal HPMC grade by offering detailed technical specifications and application guidance, ensuring that every formulation achieves its desired outcome.”