METHOCEL™ K4M

METHOCEL™ K4M functions as a thickening agent in coatings and adhesives and as a binder in ceramics to improve green strength. Additionally, it can function as a thickener, rheology modifier, lubricant, film former, and water retention aid across multiple industries. 

Ceramics: At 90°C, solutions containing METHOCEL™ K4M will reversibly gel, helping provide increased green strength of ceramic compacts prior to firing, reducing defects. METHOCEL™ K4M is thus commonly used in refractories and extrusion processes of technical ceramics and tape-casted ceramics. 

Cleaning Solutions: METHOCEL™ K4M is commonly used in both household and industrial cleaners. This cellulose polymer is soluble in some organic solvents and withstands a wide range of pH. It provides the high-efficiency thickening and rheology control necessary for detergents and cleaning formulations. 

• Coatings and Inks: METHOCEL™ K4M provides excellent thickening and film properties to a wide range of coating and ink applications. It improves the workability and stability of coatings and inks. 
• Plastics: METHOCEL™ K4M can act as a suspension agent in PVC polymerization. This HPMC helps provide particle size control, low reactor scaling, high bulk densities, and good plasticizer absorption.