Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, commonly known as CMC, is an anionic, water-soluble polymer produced through the chemical modification of natural cellulose. This process involves substituting hydroxyl groups on the cellulose chain with carboxymethyl groups, resulting in a polymer with excellent solubility in both hot and cold water. The unique structure of CMC allows it to form a network when dispersed in water, significantly increasing viscosity and providing remarkable thickening, stabilizing, and water-preserving capabilities. These properties are crucial for optimizing product formulations and enhancing performance across a wide range of applications.
In the detergent industry, our Refined Cotton-Based CMC serves as a highly effective thickening agent for liquid detergents and soaps. It offers superior performance compared to traditional thickeners like Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) and Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC), not only improving the quality of the final product but also contributing to reduced production costs. A key benefit of using our CMC in liquid detergents is its ability to enhance the cleaning process by preventing the redeposition of dirt during the rinsing phase. It creates a phase separation property in the aqueous solution, ensuring that dirt particles are repelled from the surface of the washed material, leading to noticeably cleaner and brighter fabrics.
For soap manufacturing, the inclusion of our CMC improves the pliability and flexibility of the soap mixture, making pressing and processing more efficient and resulting in a higher quality end product. Our refined cotton-based CMC for detergents is consistently produced to meet or exceed stringent detergent grade specifications, and we offer various grades tailored to meet the specific demands and technical requirements of our customers.
The coating industry also greatly benefits from the unique properties of our Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose. As a macromolecule compound with a complex multichain structure, our CMC acts as an ideal thickener, dispersant, and stabilizer in paint formulations. Its excellent compatibility with water, organic solvents, and pigments makes it a preferred choice for both water-soluble coatings and latex paints. When used in coatings, our CMC imparts several advantages, including good water resistance, improved filming durability, high fullness, and well-distributed film formation. It also helps stabilize the paint against temperature fluctuations and maintains system stability over a broad pH range. Furthermore, it significantly improves the coat leveling property, anti-splash characteristics, and anti-sagging resistance, while enhancing pigment adhesion.
One of the most praised features of our Refined Cotton-Based CMC is its rapid dissolution property. Thanks to innovative processing techniques, our powder disperses quickly and dissolves completely in cold water within minutes, forming a clear, stable, and viscous solution. This fast dissolve capability saves valuable time and labor during the manufacturing process, improving overall operational efficiency and reducing energy consumption. Unlike some alternative products that can lead to clumping or leave behind residues, our CMC ensures a smooth, lump-free solution, making it easy to incorporate other materials seamlessly.
Key Parameters of our CMC, such as purity, viscosity, and degree of substitution (DS), are carefully controlled to ensure consistent quality and performance. We typically achieve a higher DS compared to many other products on the market, often reaching 1.0 or higher, which guarantees superior functionality in demanding applications. Viscosity is precisely measured using standard viscometers at specified temperatures and solution concentrations, ensuring reliable performance tailored to diverse application needs.
Our Refined Cotton-Based CMC is available in various physical forms, ranging from fine powders to dust-free granules, providing flexibility to customers depending on their handling and application preferences. The granular form, in particular, is designed to minimize dust, contributing to a cleaner and safer working environment and potentially reducing workshop cleaning costs.
At NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD., we are committed to providing high-quality chemical raw materials that empower our customers to create superior products. Our extensive expertise and dedication to quality control ensure that every batch of Refined Cotton-Based CMC meets the highest industry standards. We welcome inquiries from businesses looking for a reliable manufacturer and supplier of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose. For specific grade requirements, technical data sheets, price quotations, or to buy / purchase samples or bulk quantities, please contact our sales team. We are ready to assist you in finding the perfect CMC solution for your detergent, coating, or other industrial needs, offering competitive terms and reliable supply chain management.
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