Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose
MIKEM Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose: versatile polymer for construction, food, and personal care. Thickens and stabilizes cosmetics and toothpaste.
MIKEM Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose is an anionic and water-soluble polymer that is white or off-white in color, and odorless, tasteless, and hygroscopic. It is widely used in construction, food, and home & personal care applications.
In cosmetics formulation, it is a key ingredient because of its unique properties of thickening, swelling, binding, gelling, emulsifying, moisture-retaining, and film-forming properties. It also has outstanding salt tolerance and acid resistance.
Our products are widely used in toothpaste and other personal products (e.g., cream products). Applying our sodium CMC in toothpaste can improve the binding structure, enhance the smooth feeling, and inhibit the syneresis formation of the toothpaste.
Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (SCMC) is a highly versatile compound widely used across multiple industries, renowned for its unique properties that make it indispensable in various applications. From food to pharmaceuticals and beyond, SCMC plays a crucial role in enhancing performance and functionality.
Food Industry:
- Thickening Agent: SCMC is utilized as a thickening agent in various food products such as sauces, dressings, and bakery items, improving texture and stability while also serving as a fat replacer in low-fat formulations.
Pharmaceutical Industry:
- Tablet Binder: In the pharmaceutical industry, SCMC is used as a binder in tablet formulations, ensuring uniform tablet hardness and disintegration, thereby improving the oral delivery of medications.
Industrial Applications:
- Oil Drilling Fluids: SCMC is employed in oil drilling fluids as a viscosifier and fluid loss control agent, aiding in borehole stabilization, reducing fluid loss, and enhancing drilling efficiency in oil and gas exploration operations.
Personal Care Industry:
- Cosmetic Formulations: In the personal care industry, SCMC is used in cosmetic formulations such as creams, lotions, and shampoos as a thickener and stabilizer, enhancing product consistency and feel while also improving skin and hair conditioning properties.