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HEC Series Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose
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HEC Series Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose

HEC Series Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose is a non-ionic, water-soluble cellulose ether supplied as a white powder and widely used as a thickening, stabilizing, dispersing, and water-retention agent in detergent and industrial formulations.

Chemical Name
Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose
Molecular Formula
(C2H6O2)n
EINECS
618-387-5
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product Description

HEC Series Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose is a non-ionic, water-soluble cellulose ether supplied as a white powder. It dissolves in both hot and cold water and provides useful thickening, dispersion, emulsification, adhesion, film-forming, and water-retention properties. HEC is suitable for liquid detergent formulations and is also used in paper making, synthetic resins, textile processing, daily chemical products, coatings, and other industrial applications.
PRODUCT PARAMETERS

General Parameters

Appearance
White powder
Molar Substitution (M.S.)
1.8–2.0
Moisture
<6%
Insolubility
<0.5%
Transmittance (2%)
≥80%
Viscosity
Available in multiple viscosity grades for a 2% aqueous solution at 20°C.
KEY PROPERTIES

Product Characteristics

Non-ionic cellulose ether.
Soluble in both hot and cold water.
Odorless and tasteless.
Provides thickening, dispersion, emulsification and water-retention properties.
Good film-forming and colloid-protection properties.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Specification Data

Specification Standard
Appearance (25°C) White powder
Viscosity (2% solution, NDJ) 50,000–60,000 mPa·s
Viscosity (1% solution, Brookfield) 2,600–3,300 mPa·s
Moisture by wt % 5.0 max
Ash by wt % 5.0 max
pH Value (25°C) 6–7
APPLICATIONS

Typical Uses

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Used as a functional additive in liquid detergent and daily chemical formulations.
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Used in paper making and synthetic resin applications.
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Used in textile dyeing and printing processes.
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Used in selected construction, coating and industrial formulations.
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Provides good solubility in both hot and cold water.
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Acts as a non-ionic formulation aid.
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Supports pH stability in detergent formulations.
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Improves thickening, dispersion, emulsification, adhesion and water retention.
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Helps improve smoothness and formulation consistency.
STORAGE & HANDLING

Handling Guidance

Store in sealed packaging in a cool, dry and ventilated location, protected from moisture and incompatible materials.
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