Hypromellose (HPMC)

Description:

Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC) is a universal additive for the pharmaceutical industry, which can be used as a thickener, emulsifier, film-forming agent, etc. It is used in the production of coating tablets, as well as as a binder, to improve the solubility of medicines and enhance the function of preventing moisture formation. GPMC can also be used as a mixing suspension, auxiliary raw materials for eye drops, a delayed release product, etc. GPMC can be widely used in the detergent and cosmetic industries as a thickener and stabilizer of emulsions to improve rheological properties.

Recommendations on the choice of GPMC for the pharmaceutical industry:

Pharmacopoeia:

Ph. Eur./USP-NF

Application:

Binders