Product Advantages
- Specially engineered for tile adhesives, EIFS, renders, and decorative coatings.
- Provides stable viscosity and uniform water retention in both manual and machine-applied mortars.
- Offers strong compatibility with RDP, calcium formate, retarders, and defoamers.
- Maintains excellent performance consistency in different temperature and humidity conditions.
- Supports low-sag, smooth-finish applications for professional construction use.
Technical Specification
| Chemical Basis: | Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (MHEC) |
| Appearance: | White powder |
| Viscosity: | approx 45000mPa.s |
| PH: | 5.0-8.5 |
| Particle size(through 80mesh): | Min.90% |
| Moisture content: | max.6.0% |
| Bulk density: | 200-500g/ |
| *2 % solution; on wet basis; Brookfield ,7#20rpm , 20 °C. | |
| These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications | |
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Product Applications
Bomcell® MEC988(S) is suitable for:
Tile Adhesive
Scouring agent
Water based paints

Recommended Dosage:
0.3 – 0.6% by weight of total dry-mix materials.
Need custom formulations or comparative testing?
Contact BOTAI’s technical team for customized formulation support and performance consultation.
Contact Botai R&D Team
Packaging & Delivery

- Standard packaging: 25 kg net paper bags or on cIients’ requirement
- Custom OEM packaging available upon request
- Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 3 metric tons.
- Typical lead time: 7–15 days after order confirmation
- Trade terms: FOB / CIF / DDP under Incoterms® 2020

Storage and Shelf life
- Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place below 25°C.
- Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Shelf life: 24 months from production date when stored in unopened original packaging.
Safety & Compliance
BOMCELL® MEC988(S) is safe, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly.
It complies with ISO 9001, EU REACH, and HALAL quality standards.
Refer to the MSDS for detailed safety and handling instructions.
Email:
[email protected]About Henan Botai Chemical Building Materials Co., Ltd.




Established in 2004, Botai Chemical is a certified manufacturer specializing in Redispersible Polymer Powder, Cellulose Ethers (HPMC/HEMC/HEC), Calcium Formate, and Superplasticizers (SMF/PCE). Our products are widely used in dry-mix mortars, paints, oil drilling, feed, and detergent applications.
As a member of China’s Building Materials and Ceramic Industry Associations, Botai is actively involved in R&D and innovation for tile adhesive and repair materials. We operate two advanced R&D centers and hold over 25 patents and 20 registered trademarks.
With ISO 9001, EU REACH, HALAL, and FAMI-QS certifications, Botai ensures consistent quality and sustainable manufacturing. Our annual capacity exceeds 100,000 tons across VINNATE®, VAMCELL®, BOMCELL®, THYLOCELL®, FORCA®, and DEMACSA® product lines.
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Why Choose Us?
Factory established in 2004, backed by 20+ years of manufacturing expertise and over 60,000 m² of modern production facilities
Trusted by customers in 100+ countries and regions, with stable export supply and responsive service
One of China’s leading manufacturers of construction chemical additives, with a total annual capacity exceeding 100,000 tons
Two advanced R&D centers with full in-house laboratories and patented formulation capabilities
Certified quality and production systems: ISO 9001, EU REACH, HALAL, FAMI-QS
25+ patented technologies and 20+ registered trademarks, including VINNATE®, VAMCELL®, BOMCELL®, THYLOCELL® and more
Dedicated QC management and global technical support teams ensuring fast response and reliable service
Strong supply stability with long-term raw material partnerships and automated production lines, ensuring consistent quality and on-time delivery
FAQ
MEC988(S) offers very high efficiency, reducing dosage needs while maintaining top-tier water retention and adhesion.
Yes, it maintains excellent open time and consistency even at high ambient temperatures.
Absolutely. It works synergistically with VINNATE® RDP to enhance adhesion and flexibility.
It dissolves quickly with early viscosity development and uniform dispersion.
24 months when stored in sealed packaging under dry and cool conditions.