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Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose is a versatile polymer with a wide range of applications in various industries. Its unique properties make it an essential ingredient in many products, from food and pharmaceuticals to personal care and construction materials. As demand for HPMC continues to grow, its uses in different industries are likely to expand even further. HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose), a water-soluble polymer, has emerged as a potential solution to these challenges. This bio-based material offers exceptional adhesion properties, water resistance, and environmental friendliness, making it an ideal choice for tile adhesives. In the EU, HPMC is known as a food additive under the number E 464 and is approved for all foods. HPMC is used, for example, in the production of desserts, ice cream, baked goods, cookies, various sauces, ketchup, mayonnaise and fish products. HPMC is also frequently used in light products to give them the creaminess that would otherwise come from the fat content. Another advantage in this context is that the calorific value of the food is not increased.In contrast to many other thickeners, HPMC does not require heating to dissolve in water. Instead, it can be added directly to cold water and will gradually hydrate, forming a smooth, viscous solution. This ability to dissolve at room temperature is particularly useful in food and cosmetic formulations, where heat can denature sensitive ingredients or alter the product's sensory properties.
HPMC is used as a thickening, stabilizing, and gelling agent in a wide range of products, such as sauces, dressings, soups, dairy products, desserts, and beverages.