HEC Hydroxyethyl Cellulose CAS#9004-62-0
Our HEC cellulose products feature a higher molar substitution level compared with conventional HEC products, resulting in excellent enzymatic stability. This enhanced stability provides stronger resistance to enzymatic degradation and helps maintain the performance of final paint formulations.
Due to its outstanding properties, our HEC products are widely applied in the paints and coatings industry, contributing to improved coating performance and formulation stability.
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose Chemical Properties
Melting point | 288-290 °C (dec.) |
density | 0.75 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
bulk density | 350kg/m3 |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
solubility | H2O: ≤5 wt. % at 20 °C |
form | powder |
color | Light brown powder |
Odor | Odorless |
PH | pH(20g/l,25℃) : 5.0～8.0 |
biological source | rabbit |
Water Solubility | almost transparency |
Merck | 144673 |
Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides |
InChIKey | CWSZBVAUYPTXTG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
SMILES | O1C(CO)C(OC2C(O)C(O)C(OC3C(OCCO)C(O)C(OC)C(CO)O3)C(COC3C(O)C(O)C(OC)C(CO)O3)O2)C(O)C(O)C1C |
CAS DataBase Reference | 9004-62-0(CAS DataBase Reference) |
EPA Substance Registry System | 2-Hydroxyethyl cellulose (9004-62-0) |
HEC cellulose is widely used as a binder and thickening agent in architectural coatings. Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) provides excellent color retention, water resistance, and alkali resistance, helping to improve the overall performance of coating formulations.
With its reliable quality and outstanding properties, hydroxyethyl cellulose is suitable for various industrial applications. It provides effective solutions to meet the needs of different industries.
