Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
Allzone Trading handles B2B sourcing and supply enquiries for Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether for personal care, cosmetic and home care formulators in Canada. A hydroxypropyl methylcellulose backbone carrying stearoxy hydrophobic groups. This is a distinct derivatised polymer and is not ordinary HPMC: the stearoxy substitution is what enables associative thickening, and standard HPMC is not a substitute.
At a glance
- Product
- Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether
- Grades
- Cosmetic formulation grade
- Typical applications
- Associative thickening of cleansing and home care systems · Suspension of beads, pigments and insolubles · Emulsion stabilisation and film-forming
- Packaging
- Supplier-sealed commercial packaging; pack format and sizes confirmed at quotation.
- • Certificate of Analysis is provided against the confirmed shipment, grade and batch.
- • Manufacturer TDS and SDS are subject to grade and supplier confirmation and are available on request.
- • Grades, packaging and origin above are indicative sourcing options and are confirmed at quotation.
Available grades from container-direct sourcing
Cosmetic formulation grade
Offered grade, composition, active content and specification are confirmed in writing against the manufacturer's current specification for the quoted lot.
Typical applications
- Associative thickening of cleansing and home care systems
- Suspension of beads, pigments and insolubles
- Emulsion stabilisation and film-forming
- Structured surfactant bases
Why Canadian buyers choose us
- B2B sourcing and supply enquiries handled from Ontario, Canada
- Offered grade, specification, packaging, pricing, freight and lead time confirmed in writing before any order is placed
- Current specification / TDS, SDS and a batch COA may be requested for the quoted grade
Typical industries served
Technical & procurement detail
Material identity and composition+
Ingredient identity: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether. Supplied form, carrier system and active content are confirmed for the quoted grade. A hydroxypropyl methylcellulose backbone carrying stearoxy hydrophobic groups. This is a distinct derivatised polymer and is not ordinary HPMC: the stearoxy substitution is what enables associative thickening, and standard HPMC is not a substitute.
Where formulators use it+
It is used where a formulator wants associative rheology — viscosity that builds through interaction with surfactant micelles and oil droplets — combined with the film-forming and suspending behaviour of a cellulose ether. Typical uses include structured cleansing systems, emulsions and suspension bases.
Selection considerations+
Confirm the hydration and dispersion procedure, since lump-free hydration is the usual production issue with modified cellulose ethers. Evaluate suspension stability over temperature cycling and check the effect on foam and clarity. The offered grade and its specification are confirmed per quotation, and suitability for your formula remains your own formulation and compliance decision.
What to include in your enquiry+
State the finished-product type, the function you need the ingredient to perform, the approximate annual or per-order quantity, the packaging format that suits your plant, the delivery location and the timing. Regulatory and labelling requirements for your market should also be stated so the correct grade is quoted. Packaging, offered specification, availability, minimum order quantity, freight and lead time are confirmed per quotation.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as standard HPMC?+
No. It is a stearoxy-modified derivative of HPMC. Ordinary hydroxypropyl methylcellulose does not carry the hydrophobic substitution and does not deliver associative thickening. The two are listed and quoted as separate materials.
Which documents can I receive before ordering?+
The current specification or technical data sheet, the safety data sheet and a batch certificate of analysis may be requested for the grade actually quoted. Allzone passes these through as received from the manufacturing source.
What is confirmed at quotation rather than published here?+
Offered grade and specification, active content, packaging format and size, minimum order quantity, availability, pricing, freight and lead time are all confirmed per quotation. None of them are published or implied on this page.
Technical knowledge for HPMC Stearoxy Ether | Allzone Canada
Engineering and purchasing guidance written for this material — understand it, apply it, compare options, specify a grade, and fix production problems.
Foundation Articles
Application Guides
Comparison Articles
Troubleshooting Guides
Related products
Materials commonly quoted alongside Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether by the same plants.
Carbomer 940
Rheology modifier and thickener — viscosity building in cleansers and gels
Carbomer 980
Rheology modifier and thickener — viscosity building in cleansers and gels
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC)
Rheology modifier and thickener — viscosity building in cleansers and gels
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC)
Rheology modifier and thickener — dry-mix mortar and cementitious tile adhesive formulation
Need a quote on Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether?
Request pricing, TDS/SDS and available documentation. We usually acknowledge enquiries within one business day; samples are subject to supplier availability and product classification.