What is another word for CMC?
Pronunciation: [sˌiːˌɛmsˈiː] (IPA) 
CMC or Carboxymethylcellulose is commonly used as a thickening agent, stabilizer or binder in food and cosmetic products. However, there are several synonyms for this versatile compound, including cellulose gum, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, and sodium cellulose glycolate. Other alternatives include tylose, starch gum, and hydroxyethyl cellulose, which are also widely used in the food and cosmetic industry. These synonyms vary in their chemical structure, properties, and uses, but they all provide similar functionalities in terms of thickening, emulsification, and stability. CMC and its synonyms are widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical and personal care products.
