Nitrocellulose Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Cellulose Nitrate
- Nitrocellulose Resin
- Pyroxylin
Nitrocellulose supplier for printing ink, lacquer, coating and industrial formulation buyers in Malaysia. Also called cellulose nitrate, nitrocellulose is a fast-drying film-forming resin supplied in a wetted condition, not as an unrestricted dry powder. The wetting medium and wet basis are therefore part of the product specification.
Commercial coating and ink grades are selected by nitrogen-content band, solution viscosity, solubility and damping medium. Low, medium and high viscosity labels are meaningful only with the solvent system, concentration, temperature and test method used to generate the result.
Typical applications include gravure and flexographic inks, wood and metal lacquers, clear finishes, leather coatings, automotive touch-up systems and nail lacquer made with an appropriate grade. This page is limited to wetted industrial film-forming nitrocellulose and does not cover dry or propellant products.
Send the required viscosity grade and test basis, nitrogen band, wetting medium, application, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery conditions are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 9004-70-0
- Grade
- alcohol-wetted, water-wetted, low viscosity, medium viscosity, high viscosity
- Appearance
- white fibrous, flake or granular solid kept wetted with an approved damping medium according to grade
Nitrocellulose grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol-wetted nitrocellulose | damp white fibre, flake or granule | — | Solvent-borne printing inks, wood and metal lacquers, coatings and leather finishes where the wetting alcohol is compatible with the formulation. | Confirm the wetting medium, wet basis and pack format with the quotation. |
| Water-wetted nitrocellulose | water-damp fibre, flake or granule | — | Industrial conversion or formulation processes equipped to handle the water-wetted form and replace or remove the damping medium under controlled process conditions. | Confirm the wet basis and pack format with the quotation. |
| Low-viscosity nitrocellulose | wetted fibrous or granular solid | — | Higher-solids inks, lacquers and coatings where lower solution viscosity supports flow, application and pigment loading. | Confirm the damping medium and pack format with the quotation. |
| Medium-viscosity nitrocellulose | wetted fibrous or granular solid | — | General printing ink, lacquer and coating formulations balancing film build, solution handling and drying behaviour. | Confirm the damping medium and pack format with the quotation. |
| High-viscosity nitrocellulose | wetted fibrous or granular solid | — | Specialty coating and lacquer systems that require stronger viscosity build or film properties at the selected solution concentration. | Confirm the damping medium and pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy nitrocellulose from ChemTrade
Request a quote for nitrocellulose
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Polymer identity | nitrated cellulose supplied as an industrial film-forming resin | — |
| Supplied condition | wetted with alcohol, water or another specified damping medium; never specified on a dry basis alone | — |
| Viscosity grade | grade dependent; compare at the stated solvent system, concentration, temperature and test method | — |
| Grade controls | nitrogen content, wetting medium and content, solubility, viscosity and any ash or acidity limits confirmed against the required specification | — |
Nitrocellulose applications
Safety and handling
Keep nitrocellulose continuously wetted in its supplied condition, tightly closed and away from heat, sparks, flame, oxidising materials and contamination. Do not allow the product to dry. Follow the safety information and handling controls for the quoted grade. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
Common questions about nitrocellulose
Why is industrial nitrocellulose supplied wetted?
The damping medium reduces the sensitivity of the material during storage and handling. Buyers should specify the wetting medium and wet basis because these affect formulation compatibility and the amount of active resin received. Nitrocellulose must not be allowed to dry.
Which nitrocellulose viscosity grade should I request?
Low-viscosity grades support higher-solids inks and lacquers, while medium and high grades provide progressively stronger viscosity and film build. Results are only comparable when concentration, solvent, temperature and test method are stated, so include the full test basis.
Is cellulose nitrate the same product as nitrocellulose?
Yes. Cellulose nitrate and nitrocellulose are names for nitrated cellulose. Commercial grades still differ in nitrogen content, viscosity, solubility and damping medium, so the name alone is not enough for grade matching.
What information is needed for a printing-ink or lacquer grade?
State the ink or coating type, solvent system, target viscosity and test basis, nitrogen-content range, wetting medium and any colour, ash or acidity limit. A current technical sheet is useful when replacing an existing grade.
Does this page cover dry nitrocellulose or propellant grades?
No. This catalogue entry is for wetted industrial film-forming grades used in inks, lacquers and related formulations. It does not offer dry material or finished propellant products.
How do I request a nitrocellulose price in Malaysia?
Provide the viscosity grade and test basis, nitrogen band, wetting medium, application, quantity and delivery location. Packing, documents and supply conditions are confirmed for the specific quoted grade.