1)Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose is soluble in cold water, while dissolution in hot water can be challenging. However, its gelation temperature in hot water is significantly higher than that of Methyl Cellulose. Compared to Methyl Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose shows improved solubility in cold water.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HMPC) is a polysaccharide additive used in frosting, coatings, gluten-free baking and dietary supplements. It is also a stabilizer, thickener, fat replacer, bulking and binding agent. 1