Food-grade and industrial-grade CMC Gum is also known as cellulose gum. It is derived from purified cellulose such as cotton linters.
Food Grade CMC Gum Selection Chart
| Grade | Principle Application | Viscosity Range* |
|---|---|---|
| HP-12HS | High-Efficiency Thickening Systems |
Very High 6,000-8,000 cps (1% solution) |
| HP-5HS | Moderate-Hydration Thickening Systems | Medium 2,000-3,000 cps (1% solution) |
| HP-8A | Moisture Retention Systems |
Very Low 25-45 cps (2% solution) |
| HP-6HS9 | Milk, Salt Sugar Solution Stability |
Medium-High 3,000-4,000 cps (1% solution) |
| HP-SB | Acid/Milk Solution Stability – Minimizes Turbidity | Low 150-250 cps (2% solution) |
* Brookfield cps @ 25 °C
Multi-Kem Carboxymethyl Cellulose Gum Features
- High Viscosity at low solids in cold water
- Rapid Hydration
- Cleanliness that surpasses Codex requirements
- Wide range of mesh sizes
- High water-binding capacity
- Wide compatibility with other thickening agents
All Cellulose Products Are Supported By
- Rapid order-processing and technical assistance, especially tailored for small to mid-size users
- Local supplies, warehoused from coast to coast
- Certificates of Analysis (COA) from the plant-site microbiological laboratory with every shipment


