Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose(HPMC)

CAS No-9004-65-3

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) is multifunctional as a lubricant, foam enhancer and stabilizer, thickener, emulsion stabilizer and film former for hair and skin care products. HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE is classified as :
Antistatic
Binding
Emulsion stabilising
Film forming
Surfactant
Viscosity controlling HPMC can be dissolved in water to create a solution. Because HPMC is a polymer it forms a film upon drying. It also exhibits ‘thermogelling properties,’ meaning that while it is a liquid form at room temperature, but upon warming the substances it’s viscosity increases, eventually congealing to form a gel type consistency at 50-55 degrees Celsius. This property makes this ingredient very useful as a binding agent, emulsifier, surfactant, stabilizer, adhesive and in the general control of the viscosity of the product. HPMC is mostly used in bath soaps, sunscreen, shampoos and cleansers in low concentrations (typically <5%), but has been found being used at levels as high as 36% in moisturizers and night creams