Hydroxyethyl cellulose, water-soluble polymer
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Hydroxyethyl cellulose, water-soluble polymer
Available pack sizes
- 1 Kg | 10 Kg | 25 Kg
Makes / sources
Imported
Quotations issued against enquiry. Bulk pricing on request — from 25 kg packs to full container loads.
Technical Specifications
Identification
Technical NameHydroxyethyl cellulose
CAS Number9004-62-0
Molecular Formula(C2H6O2·C6H7O2(OH)3)n
Molecular Weight~1,000,000 g/mol
Physical Properties
AppearanceWhite to off-white powder
OdourOdorless
Density0.35-0.45 (bulk)
Viscosity4,000-6,500 mPa·s
pH (5% solution)6.0-8.5
SolubilityWater-soluble
Applications
Primary UseWater thickener
Handling & Storage
ReactivityStable, avoid microbial growth
Toxicity>5000 mg/kg
Storage ConditionsDry, <30°C
Shelf Life24 months
Specifications are typical values and may vary by grade or source. A Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet are issued with every dispatch.
