Carboxymethyl cellulose CAS#9000-11-7

1.Water-Soluble Polymer – CMC is a water-soluble anionic polymer derived from chemically modified natural fibers, soluble in both cold and hot water.

2.Excellent Emulsifying and Dispersing Abilities – Offers strong emulsification and dispersion properties for various applications.

3.High Stability – Resistant to degradation, ensuring long-term performance in formulations.

4.Physiologically Inert – Safe and compatible for use in food, pharmaceuticals, and other applications.

Product Description

Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is a key cellulose ether and a water-soluble anionic polymer produced by chemical modification of natural fibers. It dissolves readily in both cold and hot water and exhibits valuable physicochemical properties, including excellent emulsifying and dispersing abilities, resistance to degradation, and physiological inertness, making it a widely used natural polymer derivative.

Carboxymethyl cellulose CAS#9000-11-7

Properties

density 1.050 g/cm3(Temp: 15-18 °C)
FEMA 2239 | CARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE
storage temp. 2-8°C
solubility Practically insoluble in anhydrous ethanol. It swells with water to form a suspension and becomes viscid in 1 M sodium hydroxide.
form preswollen, microgranular
color White to off-white
Odorodorless
Stability:Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
InChIInChI=1S/C6H12O6/c7-1-3(9)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-8/h1,3-6,8-12H,2H2
InChIKeyGZCGUPFRVQAUEE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESC(=O)C(O)C(O)C(O)C(O)CO
LogP-3.17
CAS DataBase Reference9000-11-7(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry SystemCellulose, carboxymethyl ether (9000-11-7)
WGK Germany 1
RTECS FJ5700000
HS Code 3912310000
ToxicityLD50 unreported in mammal (species unspecified): 13340mg/kg

Product Usage

Food Applications:
CMC serves as an effective thickener and stabilizer, enhancing food texture and mouthfeel by increasing viscosity—for example, providing a smooth texture in ice cream and preventing whey separation in yogurt. It also works synergistically with proteins and starches to prevent ingredient separation and extend shelf life. In low-fat foods, CMC can replace fat, mimicking the creamy texture of full-fat products.

Battery Applications:
In zinc-manganese and lithium-ion batteries, CMC functions as an electrolyte thickener, forming a gel network that stabilizes the electrolyte and prevents leakage. It also promotes ion migration and improves conductivity. As a binder in electrodes, it enhances adhesion between active materials and the current collector, reducing structural collapse during repeated charge/discharge cycles.

Pharmaceutical Applications:
CMC acts as a pharmaceutical binder and controlled-release carrier, improving tablet formulation and regulating drug release rates. In medical dressings, it forms a moisturizing gel layer that supports wound healing while maintaining excellent biocompatibility and safety.

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Shandong Rongsheng Chemical Co., Ltd. is situated in one of Shandong’s prominent chemical industrial agglomerations. As a comprehensive chemical enterprise integrating production, technical research, domestic sales and overseas export operations, we specialize in supplying basic chemical feedstocks and multi‑functional fine‑chemical additives. Our product array caters to a broad scope of downstream industries, including rubber‑plastic compounding, coating and ink manufacturing, water‑treatment works and diverse industrial production applications.

We run our own standardized manufacturing facility to implement stringent end‑to‑end quality oversight throughout the whole production cycle and deliver authentic factory‑direct supply. By cutting out unnecessary intermediate distributors, we offer global purchasers flexible procurement alternatives: large‑volume bulk supplies, custom formula research, bespoke packaging solutions and small‑lot sample provision. Our adaptable production setup enables us to satisfy varied client requirements and achieve consistent on‑time shipment performance.

Our competent foreign‑trade team holds rich practical expertise within international chemical markets. Fully familiar with import compliance standards and cross‑border logistics stipulations of different countries and regions, we furnish overseas partners with complete one‑stop export services. Our service workflow covers inquiry processing, sample dispatching, customized solution formulation, customs clearance, cargo coordination and long‑term after‑sales support.

Upholding our corporate ethos of quality‑centered operation and trust‑based win‑win collaboration, we make full use of stable product performance, flexible service solutions and high‑efficiency, regulation‑compliant shipping capacity to deliver cost‑effective and reliable integrated chemical supply‑chain solutions for clients across the globe. We aim to build lasting, trust‑backed partnerships and become your preferred cooperative partner in global fine‑chemical trade.

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