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Send EmailE1525, Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose, HEC, 9004-62-0
Product Properties:
CAS No: 9004-62-0
Appearance/Structure/Odor: Powder, Yellowish, Odorless
pH: 6.0-8.5; (as 2% aqueous solution)
Density: 1.38 g/cm3
E Code: E1525
Physicochemical Properties
a) Appearance: White to pale yellow color in fibrous or solid powder. Non-toxic and odorless.
b) Solubility: HEC is soluble in water and insoluble in normal organic solvents.
c) PH Stability: In the range of 2-12, the viscosity changes very little. Outside this range, the PH value decreases the viscosity.
d) Property performance: HEC has thickening, suspension, adhesive, emulsion, dispersion, water retention and protective colloid property performance. And can be used to prepare solutions of different viscosities.
e) Activity: Stable at normal temperature and pressure.
-Avoid high temperature, humidity and heat.
-Very good salt solubility for dielectric and its aqueous solution allows it to contain high concentrations of salt and has stable performance.
Main application: HEC can be widely used as adhesive, surfactant, protective colloids, dispersion, emulsifiers and dispersion stabilizers in oil drilling, coating, ink, fiber, dyeing field, papermaking, cosmetics, pesticides, mineral and pharmaceutical industries.
What is hydroxy ethyl cellulose used for?
Hydroxy ethyl cellulose (HEC) is a polymer synthetically produced from cellulose. It is a component generally used in many industrial and medical fields. Due to the various properties of HEC, it is used for many different purposes. Here are some of the main uses of HEC:
1. Pharmaceutical industry: HEC is used as a binder to help bind drugs in tablets and capsules. It can also be used as a viscosity increasing agent in ophthalmic products.
2. Food industry: HEC can be used as a thickener, stabilizer and water retainer in food products. It is widely used in products such as ready-made soups, sauces, and ice cream.
3. Personal care and cosmetics: HEC is used as a thickener and stabilizer in personal care products such as shampoos, lotions, and hair gels.
4. Paint and coating industry: HEC is used to regulate the rheology of water-based paints. It can increase the adhesion properties of paints and provide better surface coating.
5. Construction industry: HEC is used as a water retainer and rheology control agent in cement-based materials. This increases the workability of cement mixtures and provides more durable structures.
Hydroxyethylcellulose is used in different industries such as these, and its specific properties allow it to achieve good results. HEC, which is used for different purposes in every sector, is generally a preferred ingredient to increase the quality and improve the performance of many products.
Packaging, Storage and Transportation:
Packaging, storage and transportation precautions
a) Packaging:
- 25Kg per bag；
b) Storage and Transportation：
- It will not be damaged during transportation.
- Protect from moisture, rain, sunlight, humidity and wetness.
- Place in a dry and ventilated place during storage.
- The remaining should be sealed and packaged immediately to prevent it from getting wet.
