Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a high-performance, nonionic water-soluble polymer derived from natural cellulose. Designed for versatility, it is easily dissolvable in both hot and cold water, providing essential functions such as thickening, stabilizing, binding, and emulsifying. Its superior film-forming and water-maintaining properties make it an indispensable additive across various industrial sectors.
Engineered for stability and efficiency, our HEC products operate effectively across a wide pH range and exhibit high salt tolerance and broad surfactant compatibility. Whether used in high-shear or low-shear environments, HEC disperses quickly and thoroughly, ensuring optimal rheology modification and workability for water-based mediums in paints, oil drilling, construction, and personal care applications.
Detailed Parameters
| Appearance | White or similar white granules or powder | Gel Temperature | 60-90°C |
|---|---|---|---|
| PH Value | 5.0-8.0 | Viscosity (2% solution, 20°C) | 100-200,000 mPa.s |
| Water Content | ≤ 3% | Ash Content | ≤ 3% |
| Polymer Type | Nonionic Cellulose Derivative | Solubility | Cold and Hot Water Soluble |
| Chemical Nature | Water-soluble polymer | Compatibility | Broad surfactant compatibility |
Key Advantages
High Thickening Efficiency
Provides powerful viscosity control with low dosage, optimizing formula costs and performance.
Superior Stability
Maintains consistent performance across a wide pH range and high salt concentrations.
Excellent Water Retention
Prevents rapid water loss, improving workability in construction and paint applications.
Advanced Rheology
Offers pseudo-plasticity under various shear rates for perfect leveling and application.
Rapid Dispersion
Disperses quickly and thoroughly in water-based mediums, even under low shear conditions.
Multi-Industry Use
Versatile application from oil drilling fluids to high-end personal care detergents.
Product Gallery
Management Platforms
Direct Manufacturer
Factory-direct transactions eliminate middlemen, ensuring competitive pricing and authenticity.
Professional Production
Our expert production team employs rigorous quality control to deliver high-purity HEC.
Large Inventory
Maintaining extensive stock levels to ensure immediate availability and rapid global shipping.
Quality Assurance
Every batch is tested for viscosity and purity to meet strict international industrial standards.
Optimized Logistics
Streamlined loading and shipping processes to reduce lead times and ensure product integrity.
Technical Support
Dedicated experts providing formulation guidance for paint, drilling, and construction needs.
Investment Return Comparison
| Performance Metric | Standard Grade HEC | Premium Grade HEC |
|---|---|---|
| Thickening Power | Moderate | Exceptionally High |
| Salt Tolerance | Average | High Stability |
| Dispersion Rate | Slow/Medium | Rapid & Thorough |
| Water Retention | Standard | Enhanced/Long-term |
| Cost Efficiency | Base Value | High (Low Dosage Required) |
Frequently Asked Questions
HEC is widely used as a thickener, stabilizer, and water-loss controller in latex paints, oil drilling fluids, construction materials (like tile adhesives and wall putty), and personal care products such as shampoos and lotions.
In paints, HEC acts as a suspending agent and stabilizer. It provides high rheological prosperity and pseudo-plasticity, which improves workability, leveling performance, and prevents pigment sedimentation.
Yes. High-viscosity HEC is used as a viscosifier in well completing and finishing fluids, while low-viscosity HEC serves as a water loss controller, increasing the sand-carrying capacity of the slurry.
Absolutely. HEC is a nonionic polymer, which grants it broad surfactant compatibility and high salt tolerance, making it suitable for complex chemical formulations.
In construction, HEC improves workability, enhances water retention, and increases the stability of joint compounds, plasters, and self-leveling compounds, preventing premature drying.
Our HEC products typically maintain a pH value between 5.0 and 8.0, allowing them to perform efficiently across a wide range of alkaline and acidic environments.
