CAS 9004-67-5
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya
CAS 9004-67-5C20H38O11454.5 g/mol
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) is a water-soluble polymer primarily used as a thickening agent and emulsifier in various applications. It finds significant usage in the food industry for improving texture and consistency in products like sauces and dressings. In pharmaceutical applications, it serves as a binding agent in tablets. Its versatility makes it indispensable in the construction, cosmetics, and detergents industries as well.
Main applicationFood thickening — used to enhance texture and stability in sauces and dressings
Methylcellulose plays a crucial role in various industries by improving product quality and performance. Whether it's stabilizing food textures or enhancing the effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, this compound is essential for manufacturers aiming to meet high standards in functionality and consumer appeal.
Also known as
- Goodsense Fiber
- Soluble Fiber
- GNP Fiber Therapy
- Sunmark fiber laxative
- Health Mart fiber caplets
- MFCD00081763
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 25 kg sacks
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 9004-67-5
- Chemical formula
- C20H38O11
- Molecular weight
- 454.5 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White to off-white powder
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) is a methyl hydroxypropyl cellulose derived from cellulose, providing excellent solubility in cold water. This powder exhibits a high viscosity at a concentration of 2% to 4%, making it suitable for applications requiring stabilizing and thickening properties. When ordering, buyers should specify grade (4000 cps) and pack size (25 kg), ensuring it aligns with their production needs. The product is typically selected based on its viscosity properties and the specific requirements of each application.
Delivery
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Food thickening — used to enhance texture and stability in sauces and dressings
- Pharmaceutical binding agent — aids in tablet formulation and stability
- Cosmetics formulation — stabilizes creams and lotions
- Construction materials — improves water retention in cement mixtures
- Detergent formulation — used as a thickener in liquid cleaning products
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances texture and mouthfeel in food products, improving consumer satisfaction
- Acts as a binder in pharmaceutical formulations for effective drug delivery
- Stabilizes emulsions in cosmetics, maintaining product quality
- Increases durability of construction materials, ensuring long-lasting applications
- Thickens detergents, enhancing cleaning efficacy and ease of use
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya is 9004-67-5. Its chemical formula is C20H38O11, with a molecular weight of 454.5 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya?
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya is also referred to as Goodsense Fiber, Soluble Fiber, GNP Fiber Therapy, Sunmark fiber laxative, Health Mart fiber caplets and MFCD00081763. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya is supplied?
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya look like?
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya is described as white to off-white powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya used for?
Common applications include food thickening — used to enhance texture and stability in sauces and dressings, pharmaceutical binding agent — aids in tablet formulation and stability, cosmetics formulation — stabilizes creams and lotions, construction materials — improves water retention in cement mixtures and detergent formulation — used as a thickener in liquid cleaning products. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya?
Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Construction & Admixtures, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care and Cleaning & Detergents sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Methylcellulose (4000 cps) in Kenya available in?
Available in 25 kg sacks. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 51063134pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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