Name: HPMC for Tile Adhesive
Brand: Hebei Celix Cellulose Co., Ltd.

HPMC for Tile Adhesive

Celix Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC) for Tile Adhesive enhances water retention, workability, and bonding strength, ensuring easy application, extended open time, and reliable adhesion of tiles for long-lasting, durable installations. Factory bulk supply & free samples from Celix.

Celix Model: PM-55U, PM-65U, PM-75U
Celix Modified Model for Tile Adhesive: PM-Pro-AS, PM-Pro-AS2T, PM-Pro-AS2T+
CAS No.: 9004-65-3
Type: Chemical Auxiliary Agent
Appearance: White To Off-White Powder Substance
Viscosity Range: 50000-75,000 m Pa.s (Brookfield, 2% water solution)
HS Code: 39123900

The Role of HPMC in Improving Tile Adhesive Quality

With the process of manufacturing, Celix HPMC for Tile Adhesive will present those features

Water Retention

HPMC significantly improves the water retention properties of tile adhesive. Effectively prevents premature drying and moisture loss in cement-based tile adhesives. It ensures a stronger and more reliable bond between tiles and walls. This prevents sagging or sliding issues during installation.

Workability

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) significantly improves the workability of tile adhesives, greatly enhance the spreadability and leveling properties of the adhesive mixture. This makes tile installation easier, more efficient, and results in a uniform texture, This simplifies the entire tile installation process..

Durability

HPMC improves the durability of tile adhesives, giving them crack-resistant properties. It effectively reduces shrinkage, cracking, and surface damage of the tile adhesive after curing. At the same time, it also increases the surface compressive strength and wear resistance of the adhesive layer, This ensures the long-term stability of the tile installation

Adhensive Force

HPMC provides tile adhesives with strong long-lasting bond and excellent anti-sagging properties, preventing tiles (including large-sized ceramic/porcelain tiles) from sagging during vertical installation.

HPMC For Tile Adhesive Specification

Our products utilize advanced, fully automated reactor technology from Germany, ensuring high product purity, cost-effectiveness, and consistent quality. This technological advantage allows us to offer affordable solutions without compromising performance reliability.

Optimized Performance for C1 & C2 Tile Adhesives

Extend Open Time: No more worrying about the adhesive skinning over too quickly in hot climates. Celix HPMC ensures enough "wetting" time for large-format tiles.
Excellent Sag Resistance (Anti-Slip): Perfect for heavy wall tiles. Our high-viscosity HPMC provides the initial tack needed to keep tiles in place without sliding.
Enhanced Workability: Creamy consistency that makes troweling effortless, reducing labor fatigue on-site.
High Water Retention: Prevents the cement from dehydrating too fast, ensuring full hydration and maximum bond strength.

Specification	PM-55U	PM-65U	PM-75U
Exterior	White or light yellowish white powder
Methoxy.%	19-24
Hydroxypropyl,%	7.5-12.0
Gel temperature	60-70
Ash content,%	≤5
Water content,%	≤5
pH value	6-8
Viscosity(2%, 20C, Mpa.s)	55000	65000	75000
Granularity	98% passed the 80 mesh
Density, g/L	370-390
Dosage	2-4‰

* Other "Celix Pro" HPMC for Tile Adhesive

* Request a 500g Free Sample for Lab Testing

* The recommended dosage of this product is 2-4‰ of the system, and the dosage needs to be determined by experiment. Contact us for Lasted C2 Tile Adhesive Formulation Guide solutions!

Why choose Celix?

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Sample

Free 200-500g Sample. Quick sample supply to help you evaluate product performance before purchase.

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Quality Control

Strict testing at every stage to ensure consistent, high-quality products.

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Celix Package

Secure, standardized packaging for safe transport and long shelf life.

Customized Product

Tailor-made formulations to meet your specific application needs. Tailor-made viscosity and private label packaging available for regional distributors.

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Support for regional partners with marketing, training, and technical resources.

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Online Factory Monitor

Able to check the Real-time digital portal for production, quality and shipment tracking with full transparency.

Quick Delivery

Our 20,000-ton annual capacity ensures your bulk orders are fulfilled even during peak seasons.

Storage Notice

Hydroxypropyl Methyl cellulose is a hygroscopic and water-absorbent polymer powder. It should be stored and transported in its original packaging and kept cool and dry. During production and use, once the original packaging is opened, it must be resealed to prevent moisture intrusion.

FAQ With HPMC For Tile Adhesive

Cellulose ether for C1 C2 tile adhesive

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Cellulose ether, especially Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC), is a key additive in both C1 and C2 tile adhesive formulations. For C1 tile adhesive, medium viscosity HPMC is typically used to provide balanced water retention and workability. For C2 tile adhesive, higher-performance HPMC with stronger water retention, anti-sagging properties, and extended open time is required to meet stricter performance standards. High-quality HPMC ensures stable bonding performance, smooth troweling, and improved construction efficiency in tile adhesive systems.

HPMC manufacturer for construction chemicals

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A reliable HPMC manufacturer ensures consistent viscosity, stable water retention, and strict batch-to-batch quality control, which are critical for dry mix mortar production. Professional suppliers also provide technical support, formulation guidance, and customized grades for applications such as tile adhesive, plaster mortar, self-leveling compounds, and gypsum products. Partnering with an experienced manufacturer helps mortar producers achieve stable product quality, optimized formulations, and long-term supply reliability in the construction chemicals industry. Celix offers several key advantages for construction chemical manufacturers. With 18 years of manufacturing experience in cellulose ether, Celix provides stable product quality and reliable global supply. Our HPMC grades are specifically optimized for tile adhesive systems (C1/C2), plastering mortars, and EIFS applications, delivering excellent water retention, smooth workability, and strong anti-sagging performance. In addition, Celix supports customers with technical consultation, sample testing, and flexible packaging or private labeling services, helping mortar producers optimize formulations, reduce costs, and maintain consistent production quality.

How to increase open time of tile adhesive?

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Increasing the open time of tile adhesive mainly depends on improving the water retention capacity of the formulation. Using high-performance HPMC with strong water retention helps prevent water from being absorbed too quickly by the substrate or evaporating during application. Properly adjusting the dosage of cellulose ether, optimizing the cement-to-filler ratio, and combining it with suitable additives such as starch ether or retarders can further extend the open time. This ensures sufficient time for tile positioning and improves bonding reliability.