Description

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose CAS NO 9004-62-0 is a non-ionic, water-soluble polymer derived from cellulose, widely valued for its exceptional thickening, stabilizing, and water-retention properties. It is a critical performance additive that enhances product viscosity, texture, and stability across a diverse range of industrial and consumer formulations. This versatile rheology modifier is essential for manufacturers in the paints & coatings, personal care, construction, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable and consistent performance.

Application

• Paints & Coatings: Acts as a highly efficient thickener and rheology modifier in water-based paints, improving sag resistance, spatter resistance, and application properties.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a primary thickener, stabilizer, and film-former in shampoos, shower gels, lotions, creams, and toothpaste to provide desirable texture and consistency.
• Construction Materials: Serves as a water-retention agent and workability aid in cement-based products like tile adhesives, grouts, and self-leveling compounds, improving adhesion and reducing cracking.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a binder, sustained-release matrix, and viscosity-increasing agent in tablet formulations, topical gels, and ophthalmic solutions.
• Household & Industrial Cleaners: Functions as a thickener and stabilizer in liquid soaps, detergents, and cleaning gels to control viscosity and prevent phase separation.
• Textile & Paper Industries: Used in printing pastes, coatings, and sizing applications to control viscosity and improve finish quality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
CAS No.	9004-62-0
Molecular Formula	(C2H4O)n·C6H7O2(OH)3
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	HEC; Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether; Hydroxyethylcellulose; Hyetellose; Natrosol; Tylose H; Cellosize; Hydroxyethyl ether of cellulose; 2-Hydroxyethyl cellulose ether
EINECS	220-971-6

Quality Control

Our Hydroxyethyl Cellulose is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for viscosity, moisture content, purity, and substitution degree. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments. Our quality commitment supports compliance with relevant industry standards for various application grades.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent caking and degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white free-flowing powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Viscosity (2% aq. sol.)	As per grade (e.g., 100 - 10,000 mPa·s)
Moisture Content	≤ 7.0 %
Ash Content	≤ 5.0 %
pH (1% solution)	6.0 - 8.5
Substitution Degree (Molar)	1.8 - 2.5

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.