Methocel

Methocel™ – Versatile Cellulose Ether from B.F.S

Multifunctional Thickener, Binder, and Film-Former for Industrial and Pharmaceutical Applications

Methocel™, supplied by B.F.S, is a premium range of methylcellulose (MC) and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) polymers derived from natural cellulose. It is water-soluble, non-ionic, and used across a wide spectrum of industries for its thickening, binding, film-forming, and stabilizing properties.

🌟 Key Features of Methocel™

✅ Water-soluble in cold water
✅ Excellent thermal gelation behavior
✅ Acts as a binder, film-former, stabilizer, and thickener
✅ pH stable (3–11 range)
✅ Non-toxic, biodegradable, and GRAS-listed (Generally Recognized As Safe)

🏭 Typical Applications

🏗️ Construction Industry

Tile adhesives, mortars, EIFS systems
Improves water retention, workability, and sag resistance
Enhances open time and adhesion strength

💊 Pharmaceuticals

Used as a binder in tablets, matrix former in controlled release, and capsule shell material
Complies with USP, EP, and JP standards

🍰 Food & Beverages

Acts as a thickener, emulsion stabilizer, and fat replacer
Common in baked goods, sauces, ice creams, and instant mixes
Kosher and Halal certified food-grade variants available

🎨 Paints & Coatings

Improves viscosity control and pigment suspension
Prevents dripping and enhances brushability

📄 Adhesives & Sealants

Improves film strength and reduces cracking
Provides smooth application and drying properties

🧪 Grades & Properties

Methocel™ is available in multiple viscosity and substitution grades:

Grade	Viscosity (2% sol.)	Type	Primary Use
Methocel™ A4C	~400 cps	MC	Construction, paper coatings
Methocel™ E5	~5 cps	HPMC	Food & pharma (low-viscosity)
Methocel™ K15M	~15,000 cps	HPMC	Tablets (controlled release), mortar
Methocel™ F50	~50 cps	HPMC	Paints and emulsions