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Landercoll® Cellulose Ether for Ceramics

Multi-Functional Additives for High-Performance Ceramic Processing

Landercoll® Cellulose Ethers — including high-quality HPMC, HEC, і CMC — are advanced multifunctional polymers developed to optimize performance in the ceramic and refractory industries.

Acting as binders, plasticizers, thickeners, water-retention agents, і rheology modifiers, they deliver exceptional improvement in workability, shaping, drying, and mechanical strength.

From tiles and sanitary ware to glazes, advanced ceramics, and honeycomb structures, Landercoll® cellulose ethers ensure consistent quality, reduced defects, and enhanced production efficiency.

✓ Superior binding & plasticizing

✓ Відмінне утримання води

✓ Enhanced workability & strength

✓ Reduced defects & cracks

Преміум Якість

3 Product Types

100% Якість

Key Functions

Key Functions of Cellulose Ether in Ceramic Processing

Binder – Strength and Cohesion at Every Step

Ensures strong bonding between ceramic particles.
Provides uniformity in green bodies and stable compaction.
Minimizes cracking or delamination during forming and drying.

Plasticizer – Enhanced Moldability and Flexibility

Increases the plasticity of clay and ceramic masses.
Enables easier shaping, extrusion, and pressing.
Improves flow dynamics in casting and injection systems.

Thickener & Rheology Modifier – Precise Flow Control

Stabilizes dispersion of fine ceramic powders in suspensions.
Allows controlled viscosity for casting, glazing, and coating.
Prevents sedimentation and ensures uniform layer thickness.

Water-Retention Agent – Controlled Drying Dynamics

Maintains adequate moisture during shaping and drying.
Prevents surface cracks, internal voids, and warping.
Improves coating uniformity and glaze smoothness.

Green Strength Enhancer – Stability Before Sintering

Increases the cohesive and mechanical strength of green bodies.
Reduces handling breakage and deformation.
Ensures dimensional accuracy and lower scrap rates.

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Product Portfolio

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HPMC

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Recommended Applications:

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HEC

Гідроксетилцелюлоза (HEC)

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Rheology control, lubrication, and stable suspension behavior

Recommended Applications:

Glazes Slip Casting Extrusion Systems

CMC

Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)

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High dispersibility, electrostatic stabilization, and viscosity regulation

Recommended Applications:

Engobes Glazes Powder Metallurgy Additives

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All Landercoll® grades are water-soluble, non-toxic, biocompatible, і environmentally sustainable, meeting stringent industrial and environmental standards.

Our Advantages

Advantages of Choosing Landercoll® for Ceramic Applications

Versatile Functionality

One additive serving as binder, plasticizer, thickener, and water-retention agent, simplifying formulation design.

Enhanced Green Body Properties

Offers greater cohesion, green strength, and dimensional precision prior to sintering.

Excellent Rheology Control

Maintains stable viscosity and flow under shear, ensuring smooth casting, glazing, and coating operations.

High Process Stability

Retains performance under wide pH and temperature conditions, essential for industrial ceramic lines.

Improved Surface & Aesthetic Finish

Promotes even drying and reduces defects such as pinholes, blistering, and cracking.

Eco-Conscious Manufacturing

Derived from renewable cellulose sources, Landercoll® products support sustainable production with low VOC and minimal environmental footprint.

Технічні дані

Технічні особливості

Властивість	Description
Зовнішній вигляд	White to off-white, free-flowing powder
Розчинність	Fully soluble in cold water; forms clear solution
Функціональність	Binder, plasticizer, thickener, water retention, rheology control
Сумісність	Suitable for clay, feldspar, quartz, alumina, and other ceramic minerals
Thermal Behavior	Forms strong films; easily removed upon firing without residue
Екологічний профіль	Non-toxic, biodegradable, REACH & RoHS compliant