Walsroder®
Nitrocellulose
Nitrocellulose Polymers are cellulose esters derived from natural wood pulp or cotton linters. Their production involve streating the cellulose raw material with a mixture of nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and water. MSM Walsrode is committed to delivering consistent quality while promoting responsible manufacturing practices and the sustainable sourcing of raw materials.
Bomlitz, a Nitrocellulose
production site since 1879
Walsroder® Nitrocellulose Polymers have been produced in Bomlitz, Germany, since 1879. Continuous investment has transformed the Bomlitz plant into a global leader in nitrocellulose production and technology. Walsroder® Nitrocellulose is a trusted partner for customers across industries worldwide for inks, blotting membranes or coating.
About WALSRODER™
Nitrocellulose Polymers
Our WALSRODER™ Nitrocellulose Polymers are expertly obtained by applying a mixture of nitric acid, sulfuric acid and water to a cellulose feedstock. The result is a leading portfolio of nitrocellulose polymer grades with a broad range of superior functional properties, including film-forming, binding and rheology modification functions.
We also offer Free-Flowing WALSRODER™ Nitrocellulose products. They provide additional safety and increased productivity to help meet your complex and evolving needs.
We also offer Free-Flowing WALSRODER™ Nitrocellulose products. They provide additional safety and increased productivity to help meet your complex and evolving needs.
Product Benefits:
Binding
Film-forming
Thickening and rheology modification
Highly compatible with most organic solvents and resins
Various molecular weight and particle morphology options
Odorless and non-toxic
Learn more about our WALSRODER™ NitrocellulosePolymer portfolio, including our Free-Flowing solutions – find all the detailshere.
Key Applocations:
Printing inks
Wood coatings
Nail polish
Blotting membranes
Leather coatings
Product Recommendations:
A-Grades(Alcohol Soluble)
AM-Grades(Alcohol Medium Soluble)
E-Grades(Ester Soluble)
Nitrogen content
10.7% - 11.3%
10.7% - 11.3%
10.7% - 11.3%
Solubility
Ethanol
Esters
Ketones
Esters
Ketones
Ethanol (partially)
Esters
Ketones
Esters
Ketones
Esters
Ketones
Ketones
Application / Properties
Printing inks (solubility in alcohol)
Heat-sealing foils and/or films (thermoplastic behavior)
Heat-sealing foils and/or films (thermoplastic behavior)
Mono-solvent printing inks (NC-Chips)
Special applications like coatings of cellulose films or staple coatings
Special applications like coatings of cellulose films or staple coatings
Wood coatings
Leather coatings
Blotting membranes
Form very strong films
Very good mechanical properties
More resistant to alcohol
Leather coatings
Blotting membranes
Form very strong films
Very good mechanical properties
More resistant to alcohol
committed to delivering
consistent quality
IFF N&H Germany GmbH & Co KG,Walsroder NC GmbH and MSM Walsrode become part of the industrial-technological holding MSM GROUP, European leader in the development and production of defence and civil equipment, specialising in artillery and tank ammunition. MSM GROUP unites traditional companies with a long history in the defence sector, thus having the entire production, service and supply cycle in its own hands.