METHOCEL™ A4M PREMIUM is a high-purity, pharmaceutical-grade cellulose ether with excellent safety and performance characteristics. This non-toxic, water-soluble polymer exhibits medium viscosity (approx. 4000 mPa·s in 2% aqueous solution at 20 °C) and outstanding physicochemical stability across a wide pH range. It dissolves easily in cold water to form clear, smooth, pseudoplastic gels, making it ideal for a variety of applications where rheological control, transparency, and formulation reliability are critical.
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CAS number: 9004-65-3
METHOCEL A4M PREMIUM
Cosmetics
Pharmaceuticals
Food and dietary supplements
Other sectors
(samples available on request)
Basic parameters
| INCI name | Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 9004-65-3 |
| Form | Powder |
| Colour | White to slightly creamy |
| pH | n/a |
General information
Application
Cosmetics and Skin Care
Stabilization of oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions
Enhancing texture and viscosity of creams, serums, and lotions
Formation of clear gels without the need for neutralization
Carrier for active ingredients (e.g. niacinamide, aloe vera)
Pharmaceuticals and Dietary Supplements
Binder in tablet formulations
Controlled and sustained release of active pharmaceutical ingredients
Protective coatings and oral gels
Compliance with USP/NF, EP, and JP pharmacopeias
Functional Food and Nutricosmetics
Texture modifier in beverages and gel-based supplements
Other Applications
Skin-contact formulations in medical products
Coatings for implants, wound dressings, and bio-compatible nonwovens
Downloadable materials
Detailed technical and regulatory documentation for the product is available from MEDICOS on request. To receive it, please send us an e-mail. We will send you a complete set of current quality and regulatory documents.
More info
More information is available in the technical specifications of the product and in the safety data sheet available at this address (e-mail): kontakt@medicos.com.pl
METHOCEL A4M PREMIUM
INCI name: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
CAS number: 9004-65-3
Cosmetics
Pharmaceuticals
Food and dietary supplements
Other sectors
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