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CAS 9004-32-4 Anionic · Water-soluble · E466

CMC — Carboxymethyl Cellulose Food · Detergents · Pharmaceuticals · Ceramics · Oilfield · Paper · Textile · Industrial

Anionic, water-soluble cellulose derivative engineered for thickening, stabilization, binding, suspension control, water management, texture improvement, and anti-redeposition performance across food-grade, detergent-grade, ceramic-grade, oilfield-grade, and industrial applications.

LANDERCOLL CMC (Carboxymethyl Cellulose / Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, CAS 9004-32-4) is a versatile, water-soluble cellulose derivative designed for manufacturers who need reliable thickening, stabilization, binding, suspension control, water management, texture improvement, and formulation consistency across a wide range of regulated and industrial applications.

Suitable food-grade CMC is recognized as food additive E466 (also known as cellulose gum) and is used in sauces, beverages, bakery systems, frozen foods, and dairy-related products. In detergent systems, CMC provides anti-redeposition performance and soil suspension. In ceramics, it delivers binding, plasticity, and green strength. In oilfield fluids, it supports viscosity control and filtration reduction. Across paper, textile, pharmaceutical, and industrial systems, it provides reliable thickening, binding, and stabilization.

~ Quick Reference ~
AbbreviationCMC / Na-CMC
CAS No.9004-32-4
Food CodeE466 · Cellulose Gum
Ionic TypeAniónico
Gelificação térmicaNo — hot & cold soluble
Estabilidade do pHpH 5 – 10 (typical)
AparênciaPó branco a esbranquiçado
DocumentosTDS · SDS · COA
Cellulose
What Is LANDERCOLL CMC

Carboxymethyl Cellulose for Thickening, Stabilization, Binding, and Texture Control

LANDERCOLL CMC is a versatile carboxymethyl cellulose product designed for manufacturers who need reliable thickening, stabilization, binding, suspension control, water management, texture improvement, and formulation consistency across a broad range of industries and application systems.

As a water-soluble, anionic cellulose derivative, CMC is especially valuable in food and nutrition systems, detergents and home care, toothpaste and personal care, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, oilfield fluids, paper and pulp, textile printing, adhesives, and other industrial formulations. It is particularly well-suited for applications where viscosity, structure, particle suspension, anti-redeposition, water binding, or texture stability are important performance requirements.

Different industries require different CMC grades. The right selection depends on viscosity level, degree of substitution, purity specification, dissolution behavior, salt tolerance, pH environment, regulatory requirements, and final product performance target. LANDERCOLL supports customers with application-based product selection, grade matching, and practical technical communication.

Ionic Type
Anionic — electrostatic anti-redeposition
Food Status
E466 / Cellulose Gum (suitable grade)
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Soluble in both hot & cold water
Química
Definition & Chemistry

What Is CMC?
Definition, Chemistry, and Industrial Role

CMC stands for Carboxymethyl Cellulose. In commercial and industrial applications, it is most commonly supplied as Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (Na-CMC) — a water-soluble, anionic cellulose derivative produced by introducing carboxymethyl groups (–CH₂COONa) onto the cellulose backbone. Its CAS number is 9004-32-4.

In food-related applications, CMC is commonly referred to as cellulose gum and is listed as food additive E466 in the EU food additive database under the name sodium carboxymethyl cellulose / cellulose gum. Food use requires the correct compliant grade and adherence to the regulations of the target market.

CMC is produced by reacting purified natural cellulose — typically derived from wood pulp or cotton linter — with sodium monochloroacetate under controlled alkaline conditions. This reaction introduces carboxymethyl groups onto the cellulose backbone, converting the insoluble natural polymer into a water-soluble, anionic polyelectrolyte.

Key Chemical Parameters

Grau de substituição (DS)

Average number of carboxymethyl groups per glucose unit, typically ranging from 0.4 to 1.5. Higher DS generally improves water solubility, salt tolerance, and clarity of solution. DS directly affects performance in food, oilfield, and industrial applications.

Grau de Viscosidade

Measured at 1% or 2% aqueous solution, ranging from very low (below 50 mPa·s) to very high viscosity (above 10,000 mPa·s), depending on molecular weight and concentration.

Purity Level

The sodium chloride and sodium glycolate content varies by grade. High-purity grades (typically >99% active content) are required for food, pharmaceutical, and personal care applications. Technical grades are used in ceramics, oilfield, paper, textile, and industrial systems.

How CMC Differs from Non-ionic Cellulose Ethers

Unlike HPMC, HEMC/MHEC, and HEC — which are non-ionic — CMC is an anionic cellulose derivative carrying a negative charge in solution. It is sensitive to multivalent cations (Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, Al³⁺) and high salt concentrations, which can reduce its viscosity and solubility. It provides anti-redeposition performance in detergent systems through electrostatic interaction with fabric surfaces, and can interact with positively charged ingredients in formulations.

CMC is generally more cost-effective than non-ionic cellulose ethers for many industrial applications. Understanding CMC's anionic nature is critical for formulation compatibility assessment, particularly in high-electrolyte systems.

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Lab analysis Chemical solution

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Dados Técnicos

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Reference Data

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ItemTypical Reference
Nome do produtocURL Too many subrequests by single Worker invocation. To configure this limit, refer to https://developers.cloudflare.com/workers/wrangler/configuration/#limits
AbbreviationCMC / Na-CMC
CAS No.9004-32-4
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Molecular BasisCellulose ether (modified natural cellulose)
Raw Material SourceWood pulp or cotton linter
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Important: This table is a general reference only. For exact viscosity, pH, moisture content, purity, degree of substitution, sodium chloride content, sodium glycolate content, particle size distribution, microbial limits, and grade-specific values, please request the official TDS or COA from LANDERCOLL.

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CMC Product Grades —
Viscosity, Purity & Application

LANDERCOLL CMC is available in multiple grade directions based on viscosity level, purity specification, degree of substitution, and target application. The table below is designed as a product selection reference. Final grade selection should always be confirmed through formulation testing and direct technical discussion with our team.

Grade DirectionTypical Viscosity / PurityPrincipais aplicaçõesKey Performance Focus
Low Viscosity CMCLow viscosityBeverages, coatings, paper, textile, low-build liquid systemsFlow control, stabilization, light thickening
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High Purity CMCDepends on grade; high purity (>99%)Food, pharmaceuticals, personal care, toothpastePurity, safety, regulatory compliance, consistent performance
Detergent Grade CMCLow to medium viscosity; technical purityLaundry detergent, powder detergent, cleaning systemsAnti-redeposition, soil suspension, formulation stability
Ceramic Grade CMCMedium to high viscosity; suitable purityCeramic body, glaze, extrusion, pressing, slip castingBinding, plasticity, green strength, process control
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Industrial Grade CMCDepends on application; technical purityPaper, textile, adhesives, inks, industrial liquidsThickening, binding, stabilization, process consistency

Note: Grade direction is a starting reference. Actual LANDERCOLL CMC grades should be selected according to your application, viscosity target, purity requirement, compliance needs, and processing conditions. Contact our team for specific grade recommendations.

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Key Functions of CMC in
Formulation Systems

Thickening viscosity building
i.
Thickening & Viscosity Building

CMC dissolves in water to form a viscous, pseudoplastic solution — viscosity decreases under shear during mixing and application, and recovers at rest. Because CMC is anionic, its viscosity is more sensitive to salt and multivalent cation content than non-ionic cellulose ethers.

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Stabilization suspension
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Binding ceramics pharma
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Ligação

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Water management moisture retention
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Anti-redeposition laundry detergent
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One of the most important functions of CMC in laundry detergent systems. CMC adsorbs onto fabric surfaces — particularly cotton and cellulosic fibers — creating a protective barrier that repels soil particles through electrostatic and steric effects, keeping removed soil suspended in wash water rather than redepositing on clean fabric.

  • Standard anti-redeposition agent in laundry detergents
  • Effective on cotton and cellulosic fiber surfaces
  • Decades of established detergent industry use
  • Cost-effective anti-redeposition performance
Texture improvement food personal care
vi.
Melhoria da textura

In food, toothpaste, personal care, and household products, CMC helps create a smoother, more stable, and more controlled product texture — contributing to pleasant mouthfeel in food systems, smooth extrusion behavior in toothpaste, and consistent sensory feel in personal care products.

  • Food: pleasant mouthfeel, smooth sensory profile
  • Toothpaste: smooth extrusion, consistent tube behavior
  • Personal care: stable product texture and feel
  • Household: controlled product body and viscosity
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CMC Application Selection Guide —
Grade Direction by Industry

CMC grade selection should always begin with the target application and required compliance level. A CMC grade used in detergents may not be suitable for food or pharmaceutical applications, and a food-grade CMC may not be optimized for ceramic or oilfield performance. The table below provides a structured reference for common application-to-grade matching.

AplicaçãoRecommended Grade DirectionPrincipais requisitos de desempenho
Food Systems (General)Suitable food-grade CMC (high purity)Texture, stabilization, water binding, viscosity control
Sauces and DressingsMedium to high viscosity food-grade CMCThickening, suspension, mouthfeel, stability
Bakery and Frozen FoodsSuitable food-grade CMCMoisture control, texture, freeze-thaw stability
BebidasLow to medium viscosity food-grade CMCStabilization, suspension, mouthfeel, clarity
Ice Cream and DairySuitable food-grade CMCTexture, water binding, freeze-thaw stability
Gluten-Free ProductsSuitable food-grade CMCTexture, binding, moisture retention
Laundry Detergent (Powder)Detergent grade CMCAnti-redeposition, soil suspension, formulation stability
Liquid Detergent / CleanersDetergent grade CMCViscosity, product body, storage stability
Creme DentárioHigh purity medium / high viscosity CMCBinding, texture, water retention, abrasive suspension
Produtos farmacêuticosSuitable pharmaceutical grade CMCBinding, suspension, disintegration support, viscosity
CerâmicaCeramic grade CMCBinding, plasticity, green strength, glaze stability
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Laboratório de Formulações CMC dosage testing
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  • Effective thickening at low use concentrations
  • Stable viscosity across a wide temperature range
  • No flavor or odor contribution
  • Water-binding for moisture management
  • Freeze-thaw stability in frozen food systems
  • Suspension of fruit pulp, particles, and actives
  • Compatible with a wide range of food ingredients
  • Recognized as food additive E466 (cellulose gum)
Sauces dressings CMC
Food · i.

Molhos e Condimentos

Provides thickening, suspension of particulates, mouthfeel improvement, and storage stability. Maintains uniform product consistency and prevents phase separation.

  • Controlled viscosity and product body
  • Suspension of spice particles and herbs
  • Improved mouthfeel and sensory quality
  • Reduced phase separation
Bakery frozen foods CMC
Food · ii.

Bakery & Frozen Foods

Retains moisture, improves crumb texture, extends shelf life, and reduces ice crystal formation in frozen systems for better freeze-thaw stability.

  • Moisture retention extending shelf life
  • Improved crumb texture and softness
  • Reduced ice crystal formation
  • Better freeze-thaw stability
Beverages CMC E466
Food · iii.

Bebidas

Low to medium viscosity food-grade CMC stabilizes suspensions, improves mouthfeel, and maintains uniform product appearance in fruit juices, plant-based drinks, and flavored beverages.

  • Suspension of fruit pulp and particles
  • Improved mouthfeel and sensory quality
  • Reduced settling during storage
  • Compatible with common beverage pH ranges
Ice cream dairy CMC
Food · iv.

Ice Cream & Dairy

Controls ice crystal growth, improves body and texture, and maintains product quality during storage and temperature fluctuation. Supports protein stabilization in dairy-related systems.

  • Controlled ice crystal growth, smoother texture
  • Improved body and creaminess
  • Better freeze-thaw stability
  • Protein stabilization in dairy systems
Application · Detergents

CMC for Detergents
and Home Care

CMC is an important functional additive in detergent formulations, particularly laundry detergent systems. Its primary role is anti-redeposition — preventing soil and dirt particles that have been removed from fabrics from redepositing onto fabric surfaces during the wash cycle.

CMC achieves anti-redeposition by adsorbing onto fabric surfaces — particularly cotton and cellulosic fibers — creating a protective barrier that repels soil particles through electrostatic and steric effects. CMC has been used for this purpose in laundry detergent formulations for decades and remains one of the most cost-effective anti-redeposition agents available.

Aplicações Típicas

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  • Anti-redeposition on cotton and cellulosic fabrics
  • Soil suspension during the wash cycle
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Pharmaceutical CMC Farmácia
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  • Tablet binding systems
  • Pharmaceutical suspensions (oral and topical)
  • Topical gel and cream formulations
  • Oral liquid and ophthalmic formulations
  • Established pharmacopoeial acceptance (USP/NF, Ph. Eur.)
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Ceramics CMC binding Cerâmica
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CMC for Ceramic Production

CMC is used as a binder, plasticizer, suspension stabilizer, and process aid across multiple ceramic manufacturing stages. It is one of the most widely used organic additives in the ceramics industry due to its effectiveness at low dosage and its ability to burn out cleanly during firing.

  • Ceramic tile body (wall, floor, porcelain tile)
  • Ceramic glaze and engobe
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  • Clean burnout during firing without residue
Improves plasticity and workability during shaping, builds green strength before firing, and stabilizes ceramic glaze suspensions during storage and application.
Oilfield drilling CMC Poço de Petróleo
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CMC for Oilfield Applications

CMC is widely used in oilfield fluid systems where viscosity control, filtration reduction, suspension performance, and mud stability are required. In drilling fluid applications, CMC builds and maintains fluid viscosity to support drill cuttings transport, and reduces filtration loss by forming a thin, low-permeability filter cake on the wellbore wall.

  • Water-based drilling fluids and completion fluids
  • Fluid-loss reduction through filter cake formation
  • Suspension of weighting materials and drill cuttings
  • Mud stability across temperatures and salinities
  • Compatible with common water-based drilling fluid additives
Oilfield applications require grade selection based on specific fluid system requirements, downhole temperature conditions, salinity level, and regulatory requirements.
Paper CMC
Application · Paper & Pulp

CMC for Paper and Pulp

CMC improves surface strength, printability, and ink absorption behavior in paper surface sizing. In paper coating, it helps control coating viscosity, improve adhesion, and support uniform coating layer formation.

  • Improved surface strength and printability
  • Controlled coating viscosity and stability
  • Better coating adhesion and uniformity
  • Improved ink absorption behavior
Textile printing CMC
Application · Textile Printing

CMC for Textile Printing

CMC is used as a thickener and rheology modifier for printing pastes, helping build paste viscosity, control flow behavior, and support sharp, well-defined print pattern formation. Compatible with reactive, direct, and vat dye systems.

  • Controlled paste viscosity for consistency
  • Sharp, well-defined print patterns
  • Stable paste rheology during printing
  • Compatible with common textile dye systems
Adhesives inks industrial CMC
Application · Adhesives & Industrial

CMC for Adhesives, Inks & Industrial

CMC is used in selected water-based adhesives, inks, coatings, and specialty industrial formulations where thickening, binding, stabilization, suspension control, and water management are required.

  • Controlled viscosity and flow behavior
  • Binding and cohesion support
  • Stable particle and pigment suspension
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Food grade CMC E466
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Detergent grade CMC
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Detergent Grade CMC

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Toothpaste grade CMC
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Ceramic grade CMC
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Oilfield grade CMC
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Industrial grade CMC paper textile
Grade · vii.
Industrial Grade CMC

Technical purity grade for non-regulated industrial applications. Thickening, binding, suspension stability, and process control across paper, textile, adhesive, and industrial systems.

Paper sizing & coating · Textile printing paste · Water-based adhesives · Inks · Agricultural formulations · Industrial fluids
CMC grade selection guide
Selection Guidance
Need Grade Guidance?

Contact LANDERCOLL with your application details — viscosity target, purity requirement, compliance needs, and processing conditions — for a tailored CMC grade recommendation.

Request Grade Guidance
Comparação de produtos

CMC vs Other
Cellulose Derivatives — Selection Guide

Understanding the differences between cellulose ether and cellulose derivative types helps formulators select the most appropriate product. LANDERCOLL supplies CMC, HPMC, HEMC/MHEC, and HEC — the four most widely used cellulose-based water-soluble polymers in industrial formulation.

CMC
Carboximetilcelulose
Aniónico No Gelation ✓

Thickening, stabilization, binding, anti-redeposition, water binding. Cost-effective across regulated and industrial applications.

Food (E466) · Detergents · Ceramics · Oilfield · Toothpaste · Pharma · Paper · Textile
HPMC
Hidroxipropilmetilcelulose
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Construction · Pharma · Food · Personal care · Detergents · Industrial
HEMC
Hidroxietilmetilcelulose
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Strong drymix construction performance: water retention, open time, anti-sag behavior.

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HEC
Hidroxietilcelulose
Não-iónico No Gelation ✓

Rheology control, thickening, strong latex compatibility, broad water-based system compatibility.

Water-based paints · Coatings · Personal care · Detergents · Oilfield

For Food, Toothpaste & Detergents

CMC (E466 / Carmellose Sodium) is the established standard for food stabilization, texture, anti-redeposition in laundry detergents, and toothpaste binding. Generally more cost-effective than HPMC for these applications. CMC's anionic nature provides the electrostatic interaction with fabric surfaces that drives anti-redeposition performance.

For Ceramics & Oilfield

CMC is the most commonly used cellulose derivative in ceramics and oilfield applications due to its cost-effectiveness, reliable performance at suitable technical grades, and availability in grades matched to each industry's requirements. Clean burnout in ceramics and reliable fluid-loss control in oilfield systems.

For Construction & Paints

For drymix construction materials, HPMC and HEMC/MHEC are more commonly selected due to stronger water retention in cement and gypsum systems. For water-based paints and latex coatings, HEC is preferred due to its strong latex compatibility and absence of thermal gelation.

Logistics & Documentation

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Embalagem e Armazenamento

Packaging and Storage

LANDERCOLL CMC is supplied in industrial packaging suitable for transportation, storage, and production handling. CMC powder is hygroscopic and will absorb moisture from the environment if packaging is left open or storage conditions are inadequate. Proper storage conditions help maintain powder flowability, dissolution behavior, viscosity performance, and product stability throughout the shelf life.

Standard Packaging

  • 25 kg per bag
  • Paper bag with inner moisture-protective polyethylene liner
  • Palletized packaging available upon request
  • Customized packaging options for long-term cooperation

Storage Recommendations

  • Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment
  • Keep away from moisture, direct sunlight, and heat sources
  • Manter a embalagem selada quando não estiver em uso
  • Evitar contaminação durante manuseio e transferência
  • Use within the recommended shelf life
  • Do not store near strong oxidizing agents or reactive chemicals
Documentação

Product Documentation
Disponível mediante solicitação

LANDERCOLL can provide product-related documentation to support formulation evaluation, purchasing review, technical communication, regulatory submission, and internal approval processes.

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  • Ficha de Dados Técnicos (TDS)
  • Ficha de Dados de Segurança (FDS / MSDS)
  • Certificado de Análise (COA)
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  • Grade recommendation document
  • Packaging and storage specification
  • Export-related documentation, where applicable
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Inquiry Guide

How to Request the
Right CMC Grade

To help our team recommend the most suitable CMC grade for your application, please include as much of the following information as possible when contacting us. A detailed inquiry allows us to provide a more accurate grade recommendation and support your evaluation more efficiently.

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Application & Grade Direction

Product application (e.g., laundry detergent, ceramic glaze, food sauce, drilling fluid, toothpaste). Required grade direction: food, detergent, ceramic, oilfield, pharmaceutical, or industrial.

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Required viscosity level or reference grade, if available. Main performance target (e.g., anti-redeposition, binding, viscosity, stabilization, texture). Required purity level or compliance requirement.

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pH range, salt content, or electrolyte environment, if relevant. Processing method and hydration conditions. Required texture, suspension, binding, or stability behavior. Testing method or standard used, if applicable.

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Required quantity — sample, trial, or commercial volume. Destination country or target market. Documentation requirements (TDS, SDS, COA, food/pharma compliance documents). Timeline for evaluation or sourcing decision.

FAQ

Perguntas mais frequentes
About CMC

What is CMC used for?

CMC (CAS 9004-32-4) is used as a thickener, stabilizer, binder, suspending agent, water-retention agent, protective colloid, texture modifier, and anti-redeposition aid. Widely used in food systems (as E466 / cellulose gum), laundry detergents, toothpaste, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, oilfield drilling fluids, paper, textile printing, adhesives, inks, and specialty industrial systems.

What is the CAS number of CMC?

The commonly used CAS number for sodium carboxymethyl cellulose is 9004-32-4.

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Yes. In food-related applications, CMC is commonly referred to as cellulose gum. Suitable food-grade CMC is also known as sodium carboxymethyl cellulose and is listed as food additive E466 in the EU food additive system. The terms CMC, cellulose gum, and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose all refer to the same substance when used in food contexts.

Is CMC a food additive?

Yes. Suitable food-grade CMC is approved as food additive E466 in the European Union and is recognized in food regulations in many other markets globally. Food use requires the correct compliant grade that meets applicable purity specifications and food safety standards. Compliance with the specific food regulations of the target market is required.

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Por que escolher a LANDERCOLL

Por que Escolher LANDERCOLL CMC

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Technical Documentation Support

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Long-Term Supply Partnership

We aim to support customers from initial product inquiry through formulation testing, sourcing decisions, and long-term supply cooperation — with consistent product quality and responsive communication.

Entrar em contacto

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Ionic TypeAniónico
DocumentosTDS · SDS · COA
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