The viscosity of the aqueous solution remains stable for a long time! It demonstrates excellent properties such as thickening, moisture retention, suspension, and protective colloids.
"HEC (Hydroxyethyl cellulose)" is a water-soluble polymer compound obtained by adding ethylene oxide to cellulose. The aqueous solution possesses excellent functions such as thickening, moisture retention, suspension, dispersion, and protective colloid, and is used in various fields. Additionally, there is an indicator that shows the degree of ethylene oxide addition, known as the average substitution molar number (MS), which is controlled between 1.5 and 2.5 for our HEC, varying by product grade. 【Features】 ■ Easily soluble in cold and warm water ■ The aqueous solution is stable at both low and high temperatures and does not gel ■ Nonionic and stable across a wide pH range ■ Exhibits excellent properties such as thickening, moisture retention, suspension, and protective colloid ■ Resistant to alteration, with the viscosity of the aqueous solution remaining stable over a long period *For more details, please refer to the related link page or feel free to contact us.
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【Dissolution Method】 ■1. Stir well and add in small amounts to prevent clumping in the water. ■2. Complete the addition before the increase in viscosity of the solution begins. ■3. Continue stirring until fully dissolved. *For more details, please refer to the related link page or feel free to contact us.
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【Usage】 ■ Cosmetics ■ Paint thickening agent ■ Polymerization additive ■ Others *For more details, please refer to the related link page or feel free to contact us.
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Sumitomo Seika is a chemical company that offers products with unique functions. Its main businesses include high-absorbency resins for disposable diapers, polymer products for cosmetics, electronics gases used in LCDs and LEDs, precision chemicals for pharmaceutical intermediates, and oxygen gas generation systems for steel manufacturers. The company is advancing the development of products that make daily life more convenient and comfortable while considering quality, the environment, and safety across various fields. Moving forward, we will continue to strive to be a chemical company that can always contribute to society.