{"product_id":"hydroxypropyl-methylcellulose-hpmc-5000cp-64c-gel","title":"Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC, 5000cP, 64C Gel)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrade: 5000 cP viscosity, approx. 64°C thermal gel point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose has many uses in personal care products. It is a thickener, lubricant, skin conditioner, flow control and viscosity control agent. HPMC is non-toxic, non-flammable, not irritating to the skin and does not support the growth of microbes. This high viscosity grade builds thick gels and body at low use levels. Common uses include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood substances:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used as a substitute for gluten in making grain breads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGelling agent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used to produce natural gels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkincare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assists in emulsion stabilising of creams, lotions and balms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stabilises foam in body washes, hand washes, shampoos and facial cleansers. HPMC adds lubricity and increases the viscosity of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilm forming:\u003c\/strong\u003e HPMC solutions dry to form flexible dry films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used in tile adhesives as a water retention agent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoating agent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used as a coating agent in tablets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gypsum products, paints and coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContact with eyes may lead to blurred vision, tearing and redness. As HPMC is a dusty powder, it may lead to breathing problems, itching, swelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sourcery","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":52810657333528,"sku":"HPMC5000CP-100GM","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":52810657366296,"sku":"HPMC5000CP-250GM","price":52.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":52810657399064,"sku":"HPMC5000CP-500GM","price":88.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":52810657431832,"sku":"HPMC5000CP-1KG","price":150.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1773\/0328\/files\/hpmc-white-powder.png?v=1791176873","url":"https:\/\/thesourcery.co.nz\/products\/hydroxypropyl-methylcellulose-hpmc-5000cp-64c-gel","provider":"The Sourcery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}