Detergent grade CMC is a white or slightly yellowish, almost odorless and tasteless hydroscopic powder, consisting of very fine particles, fine granules or fine fibers. It has an efficiency of suspension, preventing secondary-precipitation, retaining moisture, stability, thickening, with peculiarities of fast-dissolve, utilization-convenience.
CMC also has emulsifying and protecting colloid properties. It plays a role in preventing dirt from reattachment during the washing process. It enables the fabric after washing to be soft and reduce skin irritation.
In making soap, adding an appropriate amount of Detergent Grade CMC helps to greatly improve the quality of soap. Its mechanism and advantages are the same as the application in synthetic detergent. Also, CMC enables soap to be pliable and flexible and thus convenient for pressing and processing.
Typical Detergent Grade CMC specs:
| Viscosity(cps) | Purity, % | D.S Value | PH Value | Loss on drying |
| 1% ≥7000 | ≥98.0% | 0.55-0.75 | 7.0-11.0 | ≤10.0 |
| 1% 500-2000 | ≥60.0% | |||
| 1% 200-500 | ≥60.0% | |||
| 1% 50-200 | ≥60.0% |
Note: Specific specs can be customized according to client’s detailed requirements