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Best Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose CMC Food Grade Supplier Company, Factories
Product Description
Product Description
Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) or cellulose gum is a cellulose derivative with carboxymethyl groups (-CH2-COOH) bound to some of the hydroxyl groups of the glucopyranose monomers that make up the cellulose backbone. It is often used as its sodium salt, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose.
Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)：50%(liquid), 99%(powder)
Certificate of Analysis
| Items | Standards |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to cream colored powder |
| Particle Size | Min 95% pass 80 mesh |
| Purity(dry basis) | 99.5% Min |
| Viscosity (1% solution, dry basis, 25°C) | 200- 10,000 mPa.s |
| Degree of substitution | 0.6- 0.9 |
| pH (1% solution) | 6.0- 8.5 |
| Loss on drying | 10% Max |
| Lead | 3 mg/kg Max |
| Ar | 2 mg/kg Max |
| Mg | 1 mg/kg Max |
| Ca | 1 mg/kg Max |
| Total heavy metals (as Pb) | 10 mg/kg Max |
| Yeasts and moulds | 100 cfu/g Max |
| Total plate count | 1000 cfu/g |
| E.coli | Netative in 5 g |
| Salmonella spp. | Netative in 10g |
Functions / Application
In Food field, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose CMC is used in food science as a viscosity modifier or thickener, and to stabilize emulsions in various products including ice cream. As a food additive, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose CMC has E number E466.
Packing & Delivery
1 kg: Double plastic bag + aluminum foil inner bag, carton outside. Shipped via EMS/DHL/UPS/FedEx, 3-7 days, door to door.
10-25 kg: Double layer inner plastic bag, drum or carton outer. By express or air freight, 3-7 days, door to door or airport delivery.
＞100 kg: Double layer inner plastic bag, drum or carton outer. Air freight (3-7 days, door to airport); Sea freight (10-35 days, door to port). Custom packaging is acceptable.
ShineHerb Biotech supplies Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose. Our products meet international raw material standards. Free samples are available. Contact us for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What grades and forms of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose are available?
We supply both liquid form (50%) and powder form (99%), compliant with international quality standards.
Q2: What is the primary role of CMC in food applications?
In the food industry, CMC (E466) acts as an efficient thickener, viscosity modifier, and stabilizer to maintain emulsion consistency in products such as ice cream.
Q3: What are the packaging options available for orders?
We provide flexible packaging: 1 kg foil bags with outer cartons, 10–25 kg bags inside drums or cartons, and bulk packaging exceeding 100 kg. Custom specifications can also be accommodated.
Q4: What is the delivery time and mode of transportation?
Express courier shipments (EMS, DHL, UPS, FedEx) and air freight take about 3-7 days. Sea freight takes 10-35 days depending on the destination port.
Q5: Can I request free samples before placing a bulk order?
Yes, free samples are available for quality evaluation and testing. Please get in touch with our team for details.
