Bermocoll ME 1000 X

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Cellulose Ethers

Chemical Name

Methyl Ethyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

CASE Ingredients Functions

Humectant,

Rheology Modifier,

Stabilizer

Industrial Additives Functions

Rheology Modifier,

Stabilizer,

Water Retention Agent

Technologies

CASE Ingredients,

Industrial Additives & Materials

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Functional Additives,

Rheology Modifiers & Stabilizers

Industrial Additives & Materials — Construction Chemicals

Mortar & Gypsum Additives

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Excellent Adhesion,

Excellent Stability,

Improved Consistency,

Improved Water Retention,

Improved Workability

Industrial Additives Features

Consistent Properties,

Improved Water Retention,

Improved Workability

Applications & Uses

Markets

Adhesives & Sealants,

Building & Construction

Applications

Adhesives & Sealants — Building & Construction

Construction Adhesives

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Construction Adhesives,

Interior Fixtures

Building & Construction — Flooring & Surfaces

Ceiling Tiles,

Performance Flooring

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Appearance

Whitish powder

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
pH Value (1% Solution)	7	-	-

Characteristics

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Surface Activity	Weak	-	-
Viscosity (at 20 °C, Brookfield LV, in 1% solution)	11000-15000	mPa.s	-

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Particle Size ( ≤ 450 µm)	98	%	-
Salt Content	max. 6	%	-
Water Content	max. 4	%	-

Note

Bermocoll® ME 1000 X is a high viscosity grade of methyl ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

ISO 14001,

ISO 9001,

OHSAS

Certifications

Nouryon Chemicals AG has been certified according to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags

Regional Availability

• Global

Packaging and Transport

Like many industrial processed powdery materials, cellulose ether dusts are combustible and can cause dust explosions. Dust formation must be avoided or kept to a minimum. Care should be taken to prevent ignition from heat, spark, open flames or hot surfaces. BERMOCOLL ME 1000 X is packed in a polyethylene bag. Net weight 20 kg. We recommend emptying the bags from the bottom. The empty bags can be recycled or burned. In unopened bags, BERMOCOLL ME 1000 X can be stored for several years. In opened bags, the moisture content of BERMOCOLL ME 1000 X will be influenced by the air humidity.At the temperatures above 250°C (480°F), charring of BERMOCOLL ME 1000 X will occur. At high temperatures and in contact with an open flame, BERMOCOLL ME 1000 X will burn slowly with the characteristics of cellulose.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

In unopened bags, Bermocoll® ME 1000 X can be stored for several years. In opened bags, the moisture content of Bermocoll® ME 1000 X will be influenced by the air humidity.

Storage Conditions

Bermocoll® ME 1000 X should be admixed in dry form before the water is added. Due to its particle size Bermocoll® ME 1000 X will dissolve rapidly after addition of water to the dry mix. At the temperatures above 250 °C (480 °F), charring of Bermocoll® ME 1000 X will occur. At high temperatures and in contact with an open flame, Bermocoll® ME 1000 X will burn slowly with the characteristics of cellulose.