Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is a cellulose derivative produced by chemically modifying natural cellulose. It is widely used in various industries for its thickening, stabilizing, emulsifying and binding properties. It is soluble in cold water and forms a clear and viscous solution.

  • Increase thickness and viscosity
  • Improve texture and mouthfeel
  • Prevent separation in liquids
  • Stabilize emulsions and suspensions
  • Improve moisture retention
  • Act as a binding and film-forming agent
  • Maintain product consistency over time

Key Features of CMC
• Excellent water solubility
• Texture and viscosity improver
• High viscosity control
• Film-forming and binding properties
• Stability across a wide pH range

Applications

Food Industry:
• Thickener in sauces, ice creams, condiments, liquid beverages, jam, bakery products, dairy products, alcoholic products and instant noodles. 
• Stabilizer in beverages and dairy products.
• Binding agent and stabilizer in waffles, pancakes and fondants.

Pharmaceuticals:
• Binder in tablets.
• Stabilizer in suspensions and syrups.
• Excipient in drug formulations.

Cosmetics and Personal Care:
• Thickening agent in lotions, soaps, detergents, shampoos and toothpaste.
• Provides texture and consistency in skincare products. 

See the Difference

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Prep Time

<10 mins

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1–2 hrs

Texture

Café quality

Inconsistent

Hard to perfect

Preservatives

No

Many

No

Skill Level

Beginner-friendly

Difficult

Expert

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