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METHOCEL Cellulose Ethers Technical Handbook (256KB)
A detailed overview of METHOCEL cellulose ethers. Includes information on general properties of METHOCEL products and their chemistry, descriptions of their many applications, and regulated uses. Provides in-depth information on preparation of aqueous solutions, powder form properties, solution properties, and film properties. Also covers the thermal gelation phenomenon, analytical methods, and handling considerations.

METHOCEL Cellulose Ethers as Suspending Agents for Suspension Polymerization of Vinyl Chloride (132KB)
An in-depth review of the performance of METHOCEL in PVC processing. Includes a review of PVC particle morphology, chemistry of METHOCEL cellulose ethers and solution preparation guidelines, polymerization process factors, and additional literature references. 12 pages. Published March, 1999.

METHOCEL Cellulose Ethers as Binders and Processing Aids for Ceramics (236KB)
Provides an overview of the outstanding contributions of METHOCEL cellulose ethers in ceramics processing – excellent binding characteristics, high green strength, and clean burnout.

METHOCEL 311 Cellulose Ether – Technical Data Sheet (12KB)
Details the performance of METHOCEL 311 cellulose ether in paint stripping applications.

Liquid Dishwasher Detergent – Technical Data Sheet (12KB)


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