BASF
manufacturer
Ingredient Profile
Nonionic cellulose thickener for viscosity building and rheology control in aqueous systems.
INCI Name: Hydroxyethylcellulose
CAS Number: 9004-62-0
IUPAC Name: N/A
EC Number: N/A
Molecular Formula: N/A
Ionic Type: Nonionic polymer
Chemical Family: N/A
Abbreviations: HEC
Hydroxyethylcellulose is an industrial ingredient used for thickener, rheology modifier, and suspension support polymer. in selected chemical formulation systems.
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.
Commercial specifications vary by grade, impurity profile, concentration, physical form, and supplier documentation.
Typical Use Level: Commonly used around 0.1-2% depending on viscosity target, grade, and hydration process.
Solubility: Hydrates in water
pH Range: N/A
Functional Role: Thickener, rheology modifier, and suspension support polymer.
| Property | Value | Unit | Source / Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Viscosity | Grade dependent | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Solubility Water | Hydrates in water | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| pH | 5 - 8.5 | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Moisture Content | Supplier dependent | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Particle Size | Supplier dependent | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
Electrolytes
status: limited | Electrolyte level can affect viscosity and clarity.
Water
status: compatible | Designed for aqueous hydration or dispersion with proper process controls.
Strong Acids
status: limited | Extreme pH can reduce performance; verify grade stability.
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Review and verify the supplier SDS/TDS before handling, scale-up, or commercial use. Powder handling can generate dust; review supplier SDS/TDS and hydration process guidance.
Use must be assessed by product category, exposure route, impurity profile, and local requirements. Confirm current status from supplier documentation before market launch.