It is mainly used in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) as suspension polymerization dispersant and stabilizer. It can improve the average particle size, particle size distribution, particle morphology and internal structure of suspended polymer. In addition, HPMC can also be used as thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier, excipient, water retaining agent and film-forming agent in the production of petrochemical, coatings, building materials, paint remover, agricultural chemicals, ink, textile printing and dyeing, ceramics, papermaking, cosmetics and other products.