What is Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)?


Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is White or light yellow powder, granule or fiber solid, odorless, tasteless and non-toxic. It is a cellulose derivative with carboxymethyl groups (-CH2-COOH) bound to some of the hydroxyl groups of the glucopyranose monomers that make up the cellulose backbone. It is often used as its sodium salt, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose. Synonyms:Carmellose, E466, cellulose gum, the cas no.: 9004-32-4


What is Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)  used for?
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Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) acts as binder, thickener, stabilizer, suspending agent, protective colloid, flow control agent, gelling agent, etc. The product regulates viscosity without gelling and serve a range of end-users including: food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care, oil & gas, pulp & paper, detergents & laundry, construction, paints & coatings, textiles, etc.
paper, detergents & laundry, construction, paints & coatings, textiles, etc.