HEC Hydroxyethyl Cellulose CAS#9004-62-0
Our hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) has a higher molar substitution degree than regular HEC grades, granting it superior enzymatic stability. Such property delivers strong resistance to enzymatic breakdown and preserves the performance of finished paint formulations.
Benefiting from its premium attributes, our HEC is extensively applied in the paints and coatings sector, optimizing coating performance and stabilizing formulation systems.
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) |
Product Usage
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.
