Cellulose derivatives
Many kinds of plants live on planet Earth, and all of them contain a natural polymer, known as cellulose, which is their major component. Shin-Etsu produces a variety of cellulose derivatives and supplies for many customers for use in various applications.
For Industrial
METOLOSE® is a nonionic water-soluble cellulose ether which is prepared from cellulose (pulp), a widely distributed natural material.
For Food
METOLOSE® food grade is widely applied for various processed foods.
For Pharmaceutical
Shin-Etsu Chemical began producing pharmaceutical excipients in 1962.
Warning Manual addition of cellulosic powders into flammable liquids may cause an explosion. Please take appropriate safety measures.