Factory Supply High Quality Wholesale Price MC Methyl Cellulose Powder With Tailor-Made Viscosity

Methyl Cellulose (MC) is an odorless and tasteless white or slightly yellowish powder made from natural cellulose through etherification. This process transforms originally water-insoluble cellulose into a water-soluble non-ionic cellulose ether, making it suitable for various industrial formulations.

With a typical degree of substitution of 1.6–2.0, MC Methyl Cellulose provides dependable performance in thickening, water retention, binding, and stabilization. It is widely used in applications that require consistent viscosity, improved formulation stability, and reliable processing performance.

Key Benefits:

Reliable water retention – Helps reduce rapid water loss in mortar systems and supports better workability during application.

Good thickening and consistency control – Contributes to stable viscosity and improves the overall handling performance of formulations.

Stable in a wide pH range – Performs reliably in aqueous systems within pH 3–12, offering good formulation adaptability.

Good compatibility with other additives – Works well with many surfactants and formulation components, helping support more stable system performance.

Improves mortar adhesion and workability – Enhances the cohesiveness and application properties of mortar, making construction operation more controllable.

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Product Advantages

  • Cold-water soluble non-ionic cellulose ether
    Methyl Cellulose (MC) is soluble in cold water and forms a stable non-ionic solution, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial formulations.
  • Dependable water retention performance
    MC helps retain moisture in mortar systems, which is important for application performance, consistency, and workable construction time. In general, higher dosage, finer particle size, and higher viscosity can contribute to better water retention.
  • Wide pH stability and formulation compatibility
    With good stability in the pH range of 3–12, MC can be used in different aqueous systems and shows good compatibility with many surfactants and related additives.
  • Supports better adhesion and construction performance
    Methyl Cellulose has a clear effect on mortar cohesiveness and application behavior, helping improve adhesiveness and supporting smoother construction performance.
  • Thermal gelation behavior
    MC shows gel formation when the temperature reaches its gel point, which is one of its characteristic functional properties in formulation systems.

Technical Specification

ItemUnitSpecification
Appearance/White or off-white powder
Water content%≤5.0
Ash content%≤1.5
Methoxy group%27.5–31.5
ViscosityMap·s5–75000
Lead (Pb) mg/kg%≤2.0

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Product Applications

VAMCELL® MPC105 is ideal for:

Used in cement-based materials such as cement, mortar, and joint cement to help improve formulation performance.

Used as a film-forming adhesive in cosmetics, medicine, and food-related applications.

Can be used as a dispersant, thickener, film former, adhesive, and textile sizing agent in related formulations.

Used as a thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier, excipient, dispersant, adhesive, film former, and hydrosol, including applications such as mayonnaise, shortening, soda crackers, waffles, and diet foods.

Used as an emulsifier in paint formulations.

Need custom formulations or comparative testing?

Contact BOTAI’s technical team for customized formulation support and performance consultation.

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Packaging & Delivery

  • Packed in 20 kg net paper bags with PE inner liner.
  • Packed in 500 kg jumbo bags with PE inner liner.
  • On client’s requirement
  • Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 3 metric tons.
  • Lead Time: 7-15 days after order confirmation
  • Trade Terms: FOB / CIF / DDP (Incoterms® 2020)

Storage and Shelf life

  • Storage: Keep in a dry, cool, and ventilated place below 25°C.
  • Keep sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption.
  • Shelf life: 2 years from date of delivery.

Safety & Compliance

Methyl Cellulose Powder is safe and non-toxic under normal handling.
Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before use.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

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

What is MC Methyl Cellulose?

MC Methyl Cellulose is a water-soluble non-ionic cellulose ether made from natural cellulose. It is commonly used as a thickener, binder, water-retention agent, and stabilizer.

What are the main benefits of MC?

MC helps improve viscosity control, water retention, binding performance, and formulation stability, making processing more consistent and reliable.

How should MC be stored?

MC should be stored in a dry, clean place, away from heat, sunlight, and moisture, and kept in its sealed original package.

Why does MC lump when added directly to water?

MC may agglomerate first and dissolve slowly when added directly to water, so proper dispersion methods are recommended for easier dissolution.

How can MC be dissolved more effectively?

MC can be dissolved by the hot-water method, powder mixing method, or organic solvent wetting method, depending on the application and processing needs.

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