About (Hydroxypropyl)methyl cellulose
(Hydroxypropyl)methyl cellulose CAS Number: 9004-65-3mol wt mol wt ~86kDa viscosity 2,600-5,600cP, 2% in H2O(20C)(lit.) Description Packaging 25, 100, 250 g in poly bottle Application Thickener for aqueous and non-aqueous systems, clear films with grease resistance, binders, lubricants, steric stabilizer and water retention aid. Features and Benefits Dissolves in water, undergoes reversible gelation upon heating, non-ionic, does not complex with ionic species and is surface active and enzyme resistant. Solutions are pseudoplastic.
FAQs of (Hydroxypropyl)methyl cellulose:
Q: What is the main usage of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose?
A: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is primarily used as an ocular lubricant in the form of eye drops and eye gels for the treatment of dry eyes. It is also used as a surgical aid during certain eye surgeries in the form of injection.
Q: What is the purity percentage of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose?
A: The purity of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is 98%.
Q: What is the molecular weight of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose?
A: The molecular weight of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is 1261.4 grams (g).
Q: What is the molecular formula of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose?
A: The molecular formula of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is C56H108O30.
Q: What is the melting point of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose?
A: The melting point of Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is 1.39.