Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC, 50cP, 55C Gel)

INCI: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Grade: 50 cP viscosity, approx. 55°C thermal gel point.

Hydroxypropyl 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 low viscosity grade is suited to easy-flowing solutions, films and coatings. Common uses include:

Food substances: Used as a substitute for gluten in making grain breads

Gelling agent: Can be used to produce natural gels

Skincare: Assists in emulsion stabilising of creams, lotions and balms

Personal care: Stabilises foam in body washes, hand washes, shampoos and facial cleansers. HPMC adds lubricity and increases the viscosity of the product.

Film forming: HPMC solutions dry to form flexible dry films.

Construction materials: Used in tile adhesives as a water retention agent

Coating agent: Used as a coating agent in tablets

Other uses: Gypsum products, paints and coatings

Safety information
Contact with eyes may lead to blurred vision, tearing and redness. As HPMC is a dusty powder, it may lead to breathing problems, itching, swelling.