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India and China are the leading exporters of Hypromellose (CAS 9004-65-3), collectively accounting for over 60% of global export value in 2023–2024, while the United States, Germany, and South Korea represent the largest importers by volume and value. Imports into the U.S. and EU have remained stable despite modest upward pressure on Hypromellose prices, reflecting consistent demand from pharmaceutical excipient applications.
Hypromellose (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, HPMC) is a white to off-white, odorless, non-volatile, amorphous powder that is hygroscopic and readily disperses in cold water to form viscous, transparent colloidal solutions. It is a semi-synthetic, non-ionic cellulose ether derived from natural cellulose through etherification with propylene oxide and methyl chloride. Hypromellose is primarily used as a functional excipient in pharmaceutical formulations—serving as a binder, film-coating agent, matrix former for controlled-release dosage forms, and viscosity enhancer in ophthalmic solutions. It also finds application in construction materials (e.g., tile adhesives and plasters), food products (as a thickener and stabilizer), and personal care formulations (e.g., lotions and toothpastes). Its performance attributes—including thermal gelation, film-forming ability, and compatibility with diverse active ingredients—support its use across pharmaceuticals, building chemicals, food, and cosmetics.
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals. See more about what is Hypromellose and Hypromellose SDS information.
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