Akucell CMC-AF1505 Carboxymethyl cellulose 9004-32-4 Whittaker Rheology Modifiers / Thickeners >> Cellulosic >> Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) ADHESIVE >> Water-based Cellulose Ethers - Akucell Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is an anionic water soluble polymer. It is manufactured by reacting insoluble cellulose with sodium hydroxide and chloroacetic acid during which the hydroxyl groups are etherified and converted into carboxymethyl groups. These polymers are characterized by the degree of substitution (DS) and degree of polymerization (DP). They are used as viscofiers and absorbents in food, food packaging, personal care products, cement, plaster, water-based paints, wallpaper, adhesives, detergents, etc. Anionic, water soluble, carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). Used as a viscofier and an absorbent in adhesives.