Industrial Grade HEMC for Ink | Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose

QingQuan Cellulose supplies industrial grade Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose (HEMC) specifically for ink formulations. Our HEMC provides excellent thickening, stable viscosity, and good water retention. Multiple grades are available to meet different ink production needs.

Typical Properties

• Appearance: White to off-white powder

• Particle size: 98% through 100 mesh

• Moisture (%): ≤5.0

• pH value: 5.0-8.0

Specifications

MHEC MX915M

• Viscosity (NDJ, mPa·s, 2%): 12000-18000

• Viscosity (Brookfield, mPa·s, 2%): 12000-18000

MHEC MX960M

• Viscosity (NDJ, mPa·s, 2%): 48000-72000

• Viscosity (Brookfield, mPa·s, 2%): 24000-36000

MHEC MX9100M

• Viscosity (NDJ, mPa·s, 2%): 80000-120000

• Viscosity (Brookfield, mPa·s, 2%): 38000-55000

MHEC MX9100MS

• Viscosity (NDJ, mPa·s, 2%): 80000-120000

• Viscosity (Brookfield, mPa·s, 2%): 38000-55000

MHEC MX9150MS

• Viscosity (NDJ, mPa·s, 2%): 120000-180000

• Viscosity (Brookfield, mPa·s, 2%): 55000-65000

MHEC MX9200M

• Viscosity (NDJ, mPa·s, 2%): 160000-240000

• Viscosity (Brookfield, mPa·s, 2%): Minimum 70000

MHEC MX9200MS

• Viscosity (NDJ, mPa·s, 2%): 160000-240000

• Viscosity (Brookfield, mPa·s, 2%): Minimum 70000

Applications by Grade

External wall insulation mortar, cement plaster, self-leveling, dry-mix mortar, plasters

• Key properties: Thickening, water retention, adhesion, extended open time

• Recommended grades: MX9200M, MX9150M, MX9100M, MX960M

Wallpaper adhesives, latex adhesives, plywood adhesives

• Key properties: Thickening, lubricity, water retention

• Recommended grades: MX9100M, MX960M

Detergent

• Key properties: Thickening

• Recommended grade: MX9150MS

Typical Applications

Tile Adhesive

• Good water retention gives you longer open time for more efficient tiling

• Better adhesion and slip resistance – especially for heavy tiles

• Improved workability with better lubricity and plasticity. Mortar goes on easier and faster

Cement Plaster / Dry Mix Mortar

• Easy dry mix formula thanks to cold water solubility. No lumps – ideal for heavy tiles

• Good water retention stops fluid loss to substrates. The mix keeps the right amount of water for longer working time

• Increased water demand means longer open time, bigger spray area, and more economical formulas

• Better consistency means easier spreading and less sagging

Wall Putty

• Water retention keeps more water in the slurry

• Anti-sagging stops rippling when you spread a thicker coat

• Increased mortar yield – MHEC can increase volume depending on dry mix weight and formula

Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS)

• Improved adhesion

• Good wetting ability for EPS boards and substrates

• Less air entrapment and lower water uptake

Self-Leveling Compounds

• Prevents water from seeping out and materials from settling

• Low viscosity won't affect slurry fluidity

• Water retention improves the finish on the surface

Ink Applications

• Consistent viscosity control

• Good pigment dispersion

• Stable rheology for printing