Hypromellose (HPMC) — coating grades

هيدروكسي بروبيل ميثيل سيلولوز (درجات التغليف)

KindExcipient
ClassFilm coating polymer
SynonymsHPMC, Hypromellose 2910, Methocel E, Pharmacoat 603, Metolose
Common uses / formsPrimary aqueous film-forming polymer for non-functional tablet coats; 2–4% w/w in coating suspension
PropertiesLow-viscosity grades (3–15 cP) for coating; water-soluble cellulose ether; forms clear flexible films
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP, JP
Sourcing originsUSA, China, Japan
Dominant inbound routeEU
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesNon-ionic, broadly available; store dry to avoid clumping
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

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