Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a high-performance, non-ionic water-soluble polymer derived from natural cellulose. Engineered for versatility, it serves as a critical thickening, stabilizing, and binding agent that dissolves easily in both cold and hot water. By offering superior film-forming and water-maintaining properties, HEC ensures optimal consistency and longevity across a diverse range of industrial formulations.
Widely utilized in the construction, paint, oil drilling, and personal care industries, our HEC products provide exceptional rheology modification and salt tolerance. Whether used as a paint thickener for latex coatings or a water-loss controller in drilling fluids, this polymer ensures high workability and stability across a broad pH range, making it an essential additive for modern chemical manufacturing.
Detailed Parameters
| Appearance | White or similar white granules or powder | Gel Temperature | 60-90°C |
|---|---|---|---|
| PH Value | 5.0-8.0 | Viscosity (2% sol, 20°C) | 100-200,000 mPa.s |
| Water Content | ≤ 3% | Ash Content | ≤ 3% |
| Polymer Type | Non-ionic cellulose ether | Solubility | Cold and Hot Water Soluble |
| Chemical Nature | Water-soluble polymer | Compatibility | Broad surfactant compatibility |
Key Advantages
High Thickening Efficiency
Provides exceptional thickening and suspending power, ensuring a stable and uniform mixture in water-based mediums.
Excellent Stability
Demonstrates high salt tolerance and performs reliably across a wide pH range for consistent results.
Superior Water Retention
Effective water-loss control improves workability in construction materials like wall putty and tile adhesives.
Advanced Rheology
Offers pseudo-plasticity under various shearing rates, enhancing leveling performance and workability.
Fast Dispersion
Disperses quickly and thoroughly in water-based mediums, even under low shear conditions.
Multi-Industry Use
Highly versatile for use in paints, oil drilling, construction, and personal care detergents.
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Management Platforms
Direct Manufacturer
Direct transactions eliminate middlemen, ensuring competitive pricing and streamlined communication.
Professional Production
Expert production teams utilize advanced chemical processes to ensure high-purity HEC output.
Large Inventory
Maintained high stock levels for all grades of HEC to ensure ready-to-sell availability and fast shipping.
Quality Control
Rigorous testing for viscosity, PH value, and purity to meet international industrial standards.
Pure Whiteness
Excellent whiteness ensures that the additive does not alter the color of final products.
Technical Support
Experienced chemists provide formulation guidance for various application fields.
Investment Return Comparison
| Performance Metric | Standard Grade HEC | Our Premium HEC |
|---|---|---|
| Thickening Efficiency | Moderate | High Efficiency |
| Salt Tolerance | Low to Medium | Superior Tolerance |
| Dispersion Speed | Slow / Agglomerates | Fast & Thorough |
| Workability | Standard | Enhanced Flow/Leveling |
| Water Retention | Basic | High Control / Low Loss |
Frequently Asked Questions
In construction, HEC is used to improve the workability and water retention of joint compounds, plasters, wall putty, tile adhesives, and self-leveling compounds, preventing premature drying and shrinkage.
HEC acts as a thickener and suspending agent in latex paints, improving the stability of pigments and providing excellent rheological properties for better leveling and application.
Yes, HEC is a non-ionic polymer, which allows it to remain stable and perform efficiently across a wide pH range and maintain high compatibility with various surfactants.
High-viscosity HEC is used as a viscosifier in well completion fluids, while low-viscosity HEC acts as a water-loss controller and increases the sand-carrying capacity of the slurry.
Absolutely. HEC serves as a rheology controller, thickening agent, and emulsifier in shampoos, lotions, pastes, washing powders, and soaps.
Our HEC is designed for quick dispersion. It can be dissolved in both hot and cold water, providing a thorough mix even under low shear conditions to avoid lumps.
