How Does Ice Melt Damage Concrete? During winter, ice melt products (also called deicers) are commonly used to melt snow and ice. While they help keep roads and walkways safe, they can also harm concrete over time. Ice melt lowers the freezing point of water, which helps melt ice. But once the melted water gets […]
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Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) might not roll off the tongue for everyone, but this versatile compound is a powerhouse in the world of manufacturing and formulation. If you’re in the market for a thickening agent, a stabilizer, or a film-forming agent, you’ve likely come across HEC. This article will break down what HEC is, its key
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What is Methylcellulose? Methylcellulose is a compound derived from cellulose, the primary structural component of plant cell walls. It’s a white, odorless, tasteless powder that dissolves in cold water to form a gel or a thick solution. What makes methylcellulose interesting is that it’s not digestible by the human body — it passes through the
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What Is Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)? Carboxymethylcellulose, or CMC, is a thickening and stabilizing agent made from plant fibers (like wood or cotton). It’s often used in food, medicine, and cosmetics to make products smoother, thicker, or gel-like. It dissolves in water, making liquids thicker or smoother without changing taste. For example, it keeps ice cream
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HPMC stands for Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (also called hypromellose), a plant-based material used to make vegetarian and vegan-friendly capsules. Unlike traditional gelatin capsules (which come from animal collagen), HPMC capsules are derived from cellulose, a natural fiber found in wood pulp. These capsules are widely used in the pharmaceutical, supplement, and nutraceutical industries because they are
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MIKEM Information Asia: Leading the Growth of Cellulose Ether Asia: Leading the Growth of Cellulose Ether According to the latest report from IHS Markit, the global consumption of cellulose ethers, water-soluble polymers produced by chemical modification of cellulose, was close to 1.1 million tons in 2018. Of the total global production of cellulose ethers in
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MIKEM Information Asia Pacific: Leading The Recovery of the Global Construction Chemicals Market Asia Pacific: Leading The Recovery of the Global Construction Chemicals Market From the perspective of many market participants, if the situation of the COVID-19 epidemic does not deteriorate, 2021 will be the year of recovery for the construction chemical industry. In the
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MIKEM Information Cellulose Ether Market Is Predicted to Reach to USD 235 Billion by 2026 Cellulose Ether Market Is Predicted to Reach to USD 235 Billion by 2026 Cellulose ether is made of refined cotton as the key raw materials by chemical treatment and the reaction of etherifying agents. Nowadays, it has been applied in
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MIKEM Information The Skyrocketing, Out-Of-Stock Raw Material Market, MIKEM Chemical’s Solution for Cellulose Ethers The Skyrocketing, Out-Of-Stock Raw Material Market, MIKEM Chemical’s Solution for Cellulose Ethers This year’s “good start” is earlier than usual and even more prosperous. It will take time for US crude oil production facilities and refineries that have been damaged by
MIKEM Information The Application And Research of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete The Application And Research of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete Steel fiber reinforced concrete is a composite material with steel fiber as the reinforcing material and concrete as the matrix. Fiber reinforced concrete structure is widely used and develops rapidly. Because of the unique properties
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How Does Ice Melt Damage Concrete? During winter, ice melt products (also called deicers) are commonly used to melt snow and ice. While they
