General Information

Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is a water-soluble polymer derived from cellulose, a natural carbohydrate found in plant cell walls. It is commonly used as a thickening agent, stabilizer, and emulsifier in various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and textiles. CMC helps improve texture, consistency, and shelf-life of products. It's particularly useful in food products like ice cream, sauces, and baked goods.

The symbol for Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) does not have a universally recognized chemical symbol like simple elements do. However, its chemical structure can be represented in a general form as: C₆H₇O₂(OH)₂OCH₂COONa. This representation reflects its cellulose backbone with carboxymethyl groups (-CH₂COONa) attached to it.

Nouryon Functional Chemicals LLC

Nouryon Functional Chemicals LLC, a major player in the specialty chemicals industry, imports Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) primarily from suppliers in Finland. The company uses CMC for a variety of applications in industries like food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. The imported CMC contains less than 90% by weight of carboxymethylcellulose and is classified under the Harmonized Tariff Code 391231.

Nouryon operates across the U.S., with its primary import and business activities linked to locations in Chicago, IL, and New Jersey ports, where shipments are received.

Yangtse Petroleum & Chemicals LLC

Yangtse Petroleum & Chemicals LLC is a company based in Saint Louis, Missouri, primarily involved in the supply of chemicals for drilling and related industries. Their product range includes Polyanionic Cellulose (PAC), Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC), and other specialty chemicals used in well drilling and various industrial applications. They are known for their high-purity, high-viscosity products, which are widely utilized in the oil and gas sectors.

Ultium Cells LLC

Ultium Cells LLC is a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, focused on manufacturing advanced battery cells for electric vehicles (EVs). This partnership is integral to GM's strategy to expand its EV production and achieve a zero-emissions future. Ultium Cells operates large manufacturing plants in Warren, Ohio, Spring Hill, Tennessee, and Lansing, Michigan, with significant investments to boost production capacity.

The company's operations support GM's goal of producing over a million EVs annually in North America by mid-decade.