Hydroxyethylcellulose
CompareAliases: HEC
Nonionic cellulose thickener for viscosity building and rheology control in aqueous systems.
Identity and Classification
| INCI Name | Hydroxyethylcellulose |
| IUPAC Name | - |
| Other Names | HEC |
| Abbreviations | HEC |
| Molecular Formula | - |
| CAS # | 9004-62-0 |
| EC # | - |
| Ingredient Category | - |
| Chemical Family | - |
Overview
Hydroxyethylcellulose is used in practical industrial formulations where thickener, rheology modifier, and suspension support polymer. are required. Grade selection should consider active matter or assay, impurity profile, physical form, pH range, compatibility, processing conditions, and supplier documentation. Typical values are screening guidance only and should not replace supplier specifications.
Functions and Industries
Formulation Examples
Hard Surface Cleaner
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Skin Cream
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Lotion
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Compatibility and Incompatibility
Compatible
Incompatible
No known incompatibilities documented.
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