Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) – High Performance Water-Soluble Cellulose

Shanghai Prior Chemical Scientific & Technical Co., Ltd. specializes in the research, development, production, and global supply of cellulose  products and specialty chemical materials.

Our main products include:

• Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC)
• Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose (HPMC)
• Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC)
• Ethyl Cellulose (EC)
• Nitrocellulose (NC)
• Ammonium Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC-NH4)

With strong technical capabilities and reliable manufacturing resources, we provide high-quality cellulose solutions for industries including:

• Water-based coatings
• Construction materials
• Oilfield chemicals
• Ceramics
• Personal care products
• Industrial formulations

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a non-ionic, water-soluble cellulose produced by the chemical modification of natural cellulose with ethylene oxide.

It is available as a white to off-white powder with excellent:

• Thickening ability
• Rheology control
• Water retention
• Suspension stability
• Film-forming performance
• Binding properties

HEC can be easily dispersed and dissolved in cold or hot water, forming clear and stable solutions with adjustable viscosity.

Due to its non-ionic nature, HEC shows excellent compatibility with:

• Electrolytes
• Surfactants
• Latex polymers
• Other water-soluble additives

making it an ideal rheology modifier for various industrial formulations.

Provides efficient viscosity adjustment and improved formulation stability.

Enhances moisture control and improves application performance in construction materials.

Compatible with salts, surfactants, and various polymer systems.

Maintains stable performance under different pH and formulation conditions.

Improves pigment dispersion and prevents settling.

Enhances coating appearance and surface performance.

HEC is widely used as a high-performance thickener and stabilizer in:

• Latex paints
• Architectural coatings
• Decorative coatings
• Industrial water-based coatings

Benefits:

✔ Viscosity control
✔ Improved pigment suspension
✔ Better leveling performance
✔ Enhanced storage stability
✔ Improved coating appearance

HEC is commonly applied in:

• Tile adhesives
• Cement mortar
• Wall putty
• Gypsum products
• Self-leveling compounds

Functions:

✔ Water retention improvement
✔ Better workability
✔ Enhanced adhesion
✔ Improved open time
✔ Reduced water loss

HEC serves as a rheology modifier and fluid-loss control additive in:

• Drilling fluids
• Completion fluids
• Workover fluids
• Cementing systems

Advantages:

✔ Improved fluid stability
✔ Controlled viscosity
✔ Enhanced operational efficiency

HEC provides:

• Viscosity adjustment
• Improved pigment dispersion
• Better printing consistency

for water-based ink systems.

HEC is used as a thickener and stabilizer in:

• Shampoo
• Liquid soap
• Hand sanitizer
• Detergent formulations

HEC can also be used in:

• Ceramics
• Textile processing
• Paper industry
• Pharmaceutical formulations
• Polymer systems

as a thickener, binder, stabilizer, and film-forming agent.

HEC grades are classified according to:

• Application field
• Viscosity level

Examples:

The letter represents the recommended application area, while the numerical value indicates viscosity grade.

Standard Packaging:

• Net Weight: 25 kg/bag
• Inner: Polyethylene liner bag
• Outer: Three-layer composite paper bag or drum

• Store in a cool, dry and ventilated area.
• Protect from moisture, rain, and direct sunlight.
• Keep packaging sealed after opening.
• Avoid mixing with incompatible chemicals.

Experienced in manufacturing and supplying HEC, HPMC, CMC and specialty cellulose products.

Strict quality monitoring from raw materials to final delivery.

Different viscosity grades and specifications available according to customer requirements.

Supporting customers across Asia, Europe, Middle East and other international markets.