Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Landscape Professional Research Report 2025

Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Landscape Professional Research Report 2025

Research Summary

Methyl cellulose (MC) and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) are both types of cellulose derivatives widely used in various industries. Methyl cellulose is a non-ionic cellulose ether derived from cellulose, a natural polymer found in plant cell walls. It is produced by treating cellulose with methyl chloride. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, on the other hand, is a modified cellulose ether obtained by treating cellulose with propylene oxide and methyl chloride. Both MC and HPMC are water-soluble polymers and have similar properties, including thickening, gelling, film-forming, and adhesive capabilities. However, HPMC has additional hydroxypropyl groups attached to the cellulose backbone, which impart improved water retention, stability, and binding properties compared to MC. These cellulose derivatives are used in a wide range of applications, including food products, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, construction materials, and adhesives, where they serve as thickening agents, stabilizers, emulsifiers, and binders.

According to DIResearch's in-depth investigation and research, the global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) market size was valued at XX Million USD in 2024 and is projected to reach XX Million USD by 2032, with a CAGR of XX% (2025-2032). Notably, the China market has changed rapidly in the past few years. By 2024, China's market size is expected to be XX Million USD, representing approximately XX% of the global market share. By 2032, it is anticipated to grow further to XX Million USD, contributing XX% to the worldwide market share.

The major global  manufacturers of Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) include Ashland, Dow, Shin-Etsu, HERCULES, Shandong Guangda, Shandong Head, Shandong Yiteng, Ruitai, Shanghai Huiguang, Henan Tiansheng, Huzhou Zhanwang etc. The global players competition landscape in this report is divided into three tiers. The first tier comprises global leading enterprises that command a substantial market share, hold a dominant industry position, possess strong competitiveness and influence, and generate significant revenue. The second tier includes companies with a notable market presence and reputation; these firms actively follow industry leaders in product, service, or technological innovation and maintain a moderate revenue scale. The third tier consists of smaller companies with limited market share and lower brand recognition, primarily focused on local markets and generating comparatively lower revenue.

This report studies the market size, price trends and future development prospects of Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC). Focus on analysing the market share, product portfolio, prices, sales, revenue and gross profit margin of global major manufacturers, as well as the market status and trends of different product types and applications in the global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) market. The report data covers historical data from 2020 to 2024, based year in 2025 and forecast data from 2026 to 2032.

The regions and countries in the report include North America, Europe, China, APAC (excl. China), Latin America and Middle East and Africa, covering the Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) market conditions and future development trends of key regions and countries, combined with industry-related policies and the latest technological developments, analyze the development characteristics of Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) industries in various regions and countries, help companies understand the development characteristics of each region, help companies formulate business strategies, and achieve the ultimate goal of the company's global development strategy.  

The data sources of this report mainly include the National Bureau of Statistics, customs databases, industry associations, corporate financial reports, third-party databases, etc. Among them, macroeconomic data mainly comes from the National Bureau of Statistics, International Economic Research Organization; industry statistical data mainly come from industry associations; company data mainly comes from interviews, public information collection, third-party reliable databases, and price data mainly comes from various markets monitoring database.

Global Key Manufacturers of Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Include:

Ashland

Dow

Shin-Etsu

HERCULES

Shandong Guangda

Shandong Head

Shandong Yiteng

Ruitai

Shanghai Huiguang

Henan Tiansheng

Huzhou Zhanwang

Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Product Segment Include:

Food Grade

Pharmaceutical Grade

Others

Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Product Application Include:

Construction

Foods & Beverages

Pharmaceuticals

Industrials

Others

Chapter Scope

Chapter 1: Product Research Range, Product Types and Applications, Market Overview, Market Situation and Trends

Chapter 2: Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Capacity and Production Analysis

Chapter 3: Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Industry PESTEL Analysis

Chapter 4: Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Industry Porter's Five Forces Analysis

Chapter 5: Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Major Regional Market Size (Revenue, Sales, Price) and Forecast Analysis

Chapter 6: Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Market Size and Forecast by Type and Application Analysis

Chapter 7: North America Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)

Chapter 8: Europe Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)

Chapter 9: China Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)

Chapter 10: APAC (Excl. China) Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)

Chapter 11: Latin America Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)

Chapter 12: Middle East and Africa Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)

Chapter 13: Global Methyl Cellulose (MC) and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) Competitive Analysis of Key Manufacturers (Sales, Revenue, Market Share, Price, Regional Distribution and Industry Concentration)

Chapter 14: Key Company Profiles (Product Portfolio, Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin)

Chapter 15: Industrial Chain Analysis, Include Raw Material Suppliers, Distributors and Customers

Chapter 16: Research Findings and Conclusion

Chapter 17: Methodology and Data Sources