Product Introduction:
HBR250 and HHBR250 Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) are both nonionic water-soluble polymers. They are free-flowing white granular powders, insoluble in organic solvents, yet easily dispersed and dissolved in either cold or hot water to form viscous aqueous solutions. They feature excellent resistance to enzymatic degradation, along with favorable thickening efficiency, color development, open time and in-can storage stability. They are widely used as thickeners, protective colloids, binders, stabilizers and suspending agents, especially for formulations requiring nonionic raw materials.
Technical Specifications:
Color: White to light gray
Ash Content (calculated as sodium sulfate): <5.5%
Solution pH Value (1% aqueous solution): 6.0–8.5
Hydration Time at pH 8.0: 4–25 minutes
Density: 1.38 g/mL
Particle Size (passing US 40 mesh sieve): >90%
Moisture Content: <5%
Viscosity (1% aqueous solution):
HBR250: 1500–2500 cps
HHBR250: 3300–5500 cps