TS Group’s Hydroxyethyl Methylcellulose (HEMC/MHEC) is a high-quality cellulose ether designed to enhance the performance of construction mortars and coatings. With excellent water solubility and consistent viscosity, it provides superior workability, durability, and stability in cement- and gypsum-based systems.
Our HEMC products offer a balance of thickening, water retention, delayed solubility, and open time, making them suitable for both standard and advanced construction applications.
Non-Modified HEMC
Our non-modified HEMC grades provide reliable performance for standard dry-mix systems:
- Reliable thickening properties
- Good wetting ability
- Strong water retention
- Easy mixing, stable consistency, and uniform application
Applications include:
- Tile adhesives and cement mortars
- Renders, plasters, and skim coats
- Gypsum-based products
Modified HEMC
Engineered for advanced construction systems, our modified HEMC grades deliver enhanced performance:
- Extended open time for better on-site handling
- Superior water retention for controlled cement hydration
- Delayed solubility for easier dry-mix processing
- Improved adhesion and flexibility for durable mortars
Especially effective in:
- EIFS / ETICS systems
- Self-leveling compounds
- High-performance tile adhesives
Recommended Applications
- Tile adhesives
- EIFS / ETICS
- Renders & plasters
- Skim coats
- Self-leveling compounds
TS Group’s HEMC supports both standard and advanced building materials with consistent quality, reliability, and performance.
You can download the Technical Data Sheet (TDS) for our HEMC grades after completing a short form, or contact our team directly to discuss how we can provide tailored solutions for your projects.