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Tuning Rheological Behaviors and Functional Properties of Waterborne Coatings via HEC Powder
| MOQ: | 1kg |
| Price: | ≥2000kg US$ 4.83 ≥5000kg US$ 4.28 |
| Standard Packaging: | 80×60×20cm Bagged or Barrelled |
| Delivery Period: | 5-8work days |
| Payment Method: | L/C,D/A,D/P,T/T,,Western Union |
| Supply Capacity: | 200 T/Year |
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) powder serves as a high-efficiency rheology modifier specially developed for waterborne coating systems. It delivers reliable rheology modulation to tailor the viscosity, flow behavior and sag resistance of water-based coatings.
When incorporated into coating formulations, HEC powder builds a stable network structure within the aqueous phase. It effectively prevents pigment and filler sedimentation during storage, improves brushability, rollability and sprayability during construction, and reduces sagging on vertical substrates. Apart from rheology control, this HEC powder also helps balance water retention, open time and film-forming properties of coatings.
It features fast dissolution, low biostability impact and good compatibility with other common additives in waterborne paints, including dispersants, defoamers and emulsions. Suitable for interior and exterior latex paints, waterborne architectural coatings and many other water-based coating products. By adjusting the dosage of HEC powder, formulators can easily achieve target rheology profiles and upgrade the overall application performance of final coatings.
Rheology Modulation and Performance Enhancement of Waterborne Coatings Using HEC Powder
Our HEC powder is a premium rheology modifier engineered for waterborne coatings. It precisely adjusts the rheological properties of coating systems, offering excellent thickening, anti-sagging and anti-settling performance.
With outstanding water retention and good formulation compatibility, this HEC powder greatly improves construction usability: coatings show smooth flow, easy brushing and long open time. It stabilizes the paint system during shelf storage and helps form uniform, defect-free coating films.
Widely applicable to architectural latex paints and various water-based coatings, our HEC powder enables formulators to optimize rheology and boost comprehensive coating performance simply and efficiently.
Company Profile
The company independently manufactures integrated nail-fastening products and holds equity in ammonium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC-NH4) production and marketing. It holds nearly 70% domestic market share in HPMC for automotive exhaust honeycomb ceramics.
Designed specifically for water-based architectural paints and latex systems, this premium-grade Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) powder functions as a high-performance rheology modifier. It dissolves readily in both hot and cold water to form clear, stable solutions that optimize viscosity, film integrity, and application performance across diverse industrial environments.
Core Functional Advantages
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Enhanced Viscosity & Sag Resistance: Imparts superior structural body to paints, preventing dripping and sagging on vertical surfaces during application.
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Extended Open Time: Retains moisture effectively within the wet film, allowing painters adequate time for seamless touch-ups and lap-free rolling.
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Superior Pigment Compatibility: Maintains excellent stability in formulations containing complex colorants, fillers, and synthetic binders without causing flocculation.
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Smooth Brushability: Delivers an optimal pseudo-plastic flow profile, reducing roller resistance and ensuring an even, uniform finish.
Safety
It is safe and non-toxic and can be used as a food additive.
Avoid contact with ignition sources, especially in enclosed environments, to prevent the formation of large amounts of dust to prevent explosion hazards.
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Item
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Details
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Appearance
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yellowish or white odorless and tasteless granular powder.
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Viscosity
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See viscosity specification sheet
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Moisture, % ≤
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5
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Ash, % ≤
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5
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pH (1%, solution)
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6~8.5
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Viscosity specification
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Viscosity range(1%),mpa.s
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Viscosity range(2%),mpa.s
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Viscosity range(5%),mpa.s
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Rotor number
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Rotate speed,rpm
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09
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75-150
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1
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30
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3
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/
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150-400
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2
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60
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40
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25-105
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1
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30
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300
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150-400
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2
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30
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2000
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1500-2500
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3
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30
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6000
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4500-6500
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4
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60
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15000
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700-1500
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3
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30
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30000
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1500-2400
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3
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30
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50000
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2400-3300
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3
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30
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100000
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3300-6000
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4
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30
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A: Trading company.
A: Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose (HEC), Ethyl Cellulose (EC), CMC-NH4, Chlorinated Polypropylene (CPP), N-Butyryl Chloride, HPMC, Red Base KD.
Q3: What are your payment terms?
A: T/T (Telegraphic Transfer), L/C (Letter of Credit), D/A (Documents Against Acceptance), D/P (Documents Against Payment), or as per customer requirements.
Q4: Can you specify your company's payment terms?
A: Typically:100% advance T/T payment, or
30% advance T/T payment with the balance against copy of B/L, or
100% L/C at sight.
Q5:Do you provide samples? Are they free or chargeable?
A: Yes, we provide free samples (≤500g), but shipping costs are at the buyer's expense.
Q6: What is your delivery time?
A: Usually 7–10 working days after payment.
Q7:How do you ensure quality?
A: We monitor the goods throughout the production-to-sales process and resolve any issues for our customers.
