Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC) is a colloidal solution that forms when dissolved in water. It&#;s made from cellulose, natural polymers, and fibers. Matecel HPMC is a water-soluble nonionic cellulose polymer substituted with methoxy and hydroxypropyl groups and is a polymeric binder for wet granulation. Matecel HPMC is usually used in the manufacture of solid dosage forms. It is a non-ionic cellulose ether made from natural macromolecular cellulose through a series of chemical processing. It is a colorless, odorless, non-toxic white powder, soluble in cold water. A clear viscous solution formed. Processing thickening, binding, dispersing, emulsifying, filming, suspending, absorbing, gelling, surface active, water retention, and protective colloid properties.
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HPMC has hydrophilic and reversible gelation properties, and thus has applications in various fields from construction to chemistry. The global HPMC market will reach 139.8 kilotons in . In the future, the market capacity is expected to reach 186.8 kilotons by , with a CAGR of 5.1% from to .
This article provides historical market trends of the global HPMC market from - and provides forecasts for . And it covers HPMC's value chain analysis covering all activities in the value chain such as purchasing, manufacturing, sales, and distribution. In addition, the model assesses the level of competition in the industry by analyzing factors such as the bargaining power of buyers and suppliers, the threat of substitutes, and new entrants. A comprehensive assessment of the HPMC industry competitive landscape is also provided.
This article analyzes the following key players in the global HPMC market, studying their capacity, competitive landscape, and recent developments such as mergers and acquisitions, capacity expansion, and factory turnaround:
- ShinEtsu (SE Tylose GmbH & Co. KG)
- Ashland
- Dow
- LOTTE Fine Chemical
- Others
Expert Market Research uses its comprehensive macroeconomic and industry-specific databases for market forecasts. The initial baseline forecast was generated based on the latest market data. Following the initial baseline forecast, all future macroeconomic and industry-specific events and assumptions will be considered to generate the final forecast.
The continued growth of the market can be attributed to the increasing usage of HPMC in several vertical industries. For example, it can be used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in home care formulations. This is due to rising awareness of personal hygiene and demand for HPMC in detergents and cleaners. Apart from this, the expanding application of HPMC in concrete, paint, and mortar manufacturing is expected to provide more growth opportunities for market players with a positive overall outlook.
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1. Who manufactures cellulose ether?
At present, the main cellulose ether manufacturers in the world include Ashland, Dow, Lotte, and Shandong Head. Cellulose ethers are water-soluble polymers produced by chemically modifying cellulose. The main examples of cellulose ethers include CMC, MC, and derivatives such as HPMC, HEMC, and HEC.
In this article, we will mainly introduce Dow and Mikem. Both Mikem and Dow are cellulose ethers manufacturers. Dow Chemical is one of the top three chemical producers in the world. Mikem Chemical is a leading cellulose ethers manufacturer and supplier in the world.
1.1 Dow chemical
Founded in , Dow Chemical is a multinational corporation in the United States. Headquartered in Midland, Michigan, USA. It is one of the world's three largest chemical manufacturers. Dow Chemical is a producer and supplier of raw materials for products in the electrical, automotive, agricultural, chemical processing, electronics, natural gas, and processed foods industries. At the beginning of its establishment, it only sold bleach and potassium bromide.
Dow Chemical's product range is also expanding, including cellulose ethers, re-dispersible latex powders, acrylic polymer emulsions, silicon, synthetic thickeners, Dispersants, and Opaque Polymers. Used in construction, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industry.
1.2 Mikem chemical
Mikem was founded in and is headquartered in Dallas, USA. The headquarters is mainly responsible for product research and development and quality inspection. Mikem has focused on the production of cellulose ethers including HPMC, HEMC, HEC, re-dispersible latex powder, and concrete fibers since the beginning. Concrete fiber reinforced materials including PP fiber, steel fiber, and polyvinyl alcohol fiber. It is in a leading position in the production and supply of cellulose ether. Mainly used in construction and detergent industries. Through communication with customers, the U.S. R&D department constantly adjusts and optimizes the formula to develop more applicable products.
2. Brands of Mikem Chemical and Dow
Company
Mikem Chemical
Dow
Brands
MelaColl cellulose ether, FibeRego concrete fiber, Mikrant re-dispersible polymer powder, Mikrant starch ether.
WALOCEL Cellulose Ethers, DOW Latex Powders, DOWSIL Silicones, PRIMAL and UCAR Acrylic Dispersion, and AQUASET Acrylic Thermosetting Resins
Dow Chemical is the manufacturer of METHOCEL. Different from methylcellulose, METHOCEL refers to HPMC. Besides, Dow chemical brands include: WALOCEL Cellulose Ethers, DOW Latex Powders, DOWSIL Silicones, PRIMAL and UCAR Acrylic Dispersion, and AQUASET Acrylic Thermosetting Resins
Mikem's brands include MELACOLL Cellulose Ether, FIBEREGO Concrete Fiber, MIKRANT Redispersible Polymer Powder, and MIKRANT Starch Ether.
3 Cellulose grades of cellulose ethers
3.1 WaloCel MKX PP 10 VS Melacoll ME
WaloCel MKX PP 10
MelaColl ME
Appearance
White powder white
white or off-white powder
Solubility
Water soluble, delayed solubility in pH-neutral cold water
No delayed solubility
Viscosity (1), mPa&#;s
-
pH (2% solution)
neutral
6-8
Moisture content, %, max.
7
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Application
Thickener in water-based system/Cement and polymer-based tile adhesives/Waterproofing membranes
Tile adhesive/concrete adhesive/EIFS adhesive
Etherification(MS/DS):
/
0.8-1.2/1.8-2.0
Gel tempreture:
/
70-85°C
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As cellulose ether manufacturer, we also have equal grade HPMC. In the production process of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, the methoxy content of the hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose produced by Mikem is 19-24%. And the hydroxypropyl content is 4-12%. Generally speaking, the higher the methoxy content, the greater the viscosity and the better the water retention effect. The R&D department has designed a variety of HPMCs to meet market demand, such as MelaColl MP and MP. The difference between the two is that the viscosity of MP is -, and the viscosity of MP is between -. In addition, MP has a medium level of final consistency, anti-sagging, and thickening effect. In these aspects, MP is better than MP.
Grade
Viscosity,mpa.s
Final consistency
Sag resistance
Thickening effect
ME
-
moderate
moderate
moderate
ME
-
high
excellent
excellent
3.2 (DLP) vs Mikrant ETA
(DLP)
Mikrant ETA
Appearance
White, free- flowing powder
White, free- flowing powder
Polymer Base
Vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer
VAE
Residual moisture,
Residual moisture, max % 2
/
Bulk density,
0.375 &#; 0.525 g/ml
400-600
Ash content. %
10-14
12±2%
Redispersion
Redispersion (50% solids)
&#;99%
( MFFT), °C
3
0
ph
5-7
6-8
application
Cement based tile adhesives/Adhesion mortars/Repair mortars/Renders/Gypsum joint fillers Crack fillers
Tile adhesives/Skim coat/Wall putty/EIFS adhesives/Repair mortars/Self leveling compounds
In addition to being cellulose ethers manufacturers, Mikem also produces construction chemicals that can be dispersed in latex powder, concrete fibers, etc. This two products in table is Both products are suitable for use in tile adhesive cement-based formulations. Both Dow and Mikem dispersible latex powders are obtained by spray drying vinyl acetate. Combines the performance and benefits of liquid latex. It can be quickly dissolved in water, has perfect water release characteristics, long open time, perfect anti-slip and temperature resistance to contact, especially suitable for high-quality cement-based rubber powder formulations.
3.3 Walocel Mk400PF vs Melacoll MP400
WaloCel Mk 400 PF
Melacoll MP400
appearence
powder
White or off white powder
solubility
Water soluble
Water soluble
modification
retarded dissolution
No delayed solubility
Viscosity mpa.s
240-400
400
Ph(2% solution)
neutral
6-8
Moisture content
Max.7%
Max.5%
application
Cementbased grouts/self leveling underlayment
Self leveling conmpound
3.4 DLP VS Mikrant ET
DLP
ETA
Solid content
/
&#;99%
Ash content
10 - 14 %
12±2%
Bulk density
0.42 &#; 0.61 g/ml
400-600
mfft
ca. 0 °C
0&#;
PH
7.5
6-8
appearence
white or off-white powde
white or off-white powde
application
Thermal insulation systems (adhesive & reinforcement layer)/Tile adhesive/Cement based plasters/Joint filler/Repair mortar/Crack filler
Tile adhesive/SKim coat/wall putty eifs base coat/Tile grout/decotrative render/one coat renders
3.5 CELLOSIZE&#; QP--H vs Melacoll HEB
CELLOSIZE&#; Hydroxyethyl Cellulose QP--H
Melacoll HEB
Viscosity
to cp(1% brookfield)
-mpa.s(brookfield rv 2%)
Water insolubles
1.00%.maximum
Delayed so.lubility
volatiles
5.0%,maximum
5.0%,maximum
Solution ph(2%)
6.0-7.0
6-8
Hydration time(PH 7.2 buffer)
5 to 15 minutes
Ca. 30 min
Particle size
98%,minimum through #20 mesh:
99% pass 80 mesh
application
Latex paints/personal care/household cleaner/tape-joint compound
Interior paints/exterior paints/fire retanrant coating/cosmetic
Pigment compatibility
/
high
Wet srub resistance
/
High
Thickening effect
/
moderate
4. How to find good Chinese cellulose ether manufacturers
If you want to find good cellulose ether manufacturers in China, you may be more concerned about the quality, price, capacity, and whether the cellulose ether manufacturer is a real, trader or manufacturer.
Are you a manufacturer or a trader: Most Of Chinese cellulose ether manufacturers are located in Shandong and Hebei. They all have their own supply chain systems. I have a very simple way of determining whether it is a manufacturer or not. The average manufacturer offers much less product than a supplier. Hope this little way can help you.
Capacity problem: Many cellulose ether buyers like to stock up on Dow, Lotte, and Estée because their production capacity is relatively large, they can provide a stable supply of goods, and can quickly stock up and ship. The annual production capacity respectively are 100,000 tons, 40,000 tons. 8,000 tons.
China can get such a level, known as Shandong Head, 37,000 tons. At present, Heda mainly specializes in high-end fields, especially pharmaceutical grade, and food grade cellulose ether production. Shandong Mikem provides construction-grade cellulose ether with an annual production capacity of about 50,000 tons.
Price problem: You must know that prices abroad are generally higher than at home. The price in Hebei, China, is lower, but there are also certain quality problems.
Quality issues: Speaking of cellulose ether manufacturers in China, you must be worried about the quality of products at Alibaba, especially small and medium-sized enterprises in Hebei. Mikem is an American brand that is able to offer high-quality cellulose ether products.
5. What things American brand bring us?
5.1 Advanced lab
Mikem has an advanced chemical laboratory in Dallas, USA, employing experienced experimenters. This sets us apart from most of our competitors in the market. The chemical laboratory will continue to provide us with key ingredients and formulations for continuous innovation in response to market demand. Self-leveling and tile adhesive are the results of our painstaking research.
5.2 Five quality control
As a cellulose ether manufacturer, Mikem has four factories in China, and the US headquarters regularly arranges technicians to monitor product quality. From raw material procurement to export, every step is under strict control system.
Step 1 Purchasing : The crew from purchase dept. will rate our raw material suppliers through CSR procurement guidelines through a 7-step assessment standard.
Step 2 Producing : We rely on our watertight QC control system with advanced pieces of the control system in the production process.
Step 3 Green Ways : Green processing shows we are striving for an environmentally friendly manufacturing style.
Step 4 Complaining : For customers making quality complaints, the service team will process the complaints together with the production/purchasing/ logistic and packaging dept within 24 hours respond in 48 hours with feedback and solutions.
6. Summary
Mikem chemical is equipped with high-innovation R&D technology and experienced technical personnel. At least three R&D laboratories have been set up in Dallas, USA. The concept of sustainable development is in. Bring better products to customers. Mikem did not want to stop supplying hot-selling brands to the world. Last year, the total sales reached 200 million, and it is expected to reach a higher level this year. If you are interested in our hot sale products or more products, please contact us.
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