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Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose (HEC)

BOTAI HEC is produced by reacting alkali cellulose with ethylene oxide, yielding a non-ionic polymer with superior salt tolerance and shear-thinning behavior. Ideal for latex paints, cosmetics, and oilfield fluids, it delivers efficient thickening, smooth flow, and stability in high-electrolyte environments without thermal gelation.

Technical Parameters

Item
Specification
Appearance
White Powder
Water content
≤0.5%
Purity
≥98%
Calcium content
≥30.2%
pH-Value
6.0-8.0
Water lnsoluble
≤1.0

Product Model Viscosity

THYLOCELL® HB-15KH

Viscosity: 700-1500

THYLOCELL® HB-30KH

Viscosity: 1500-2400

THYLOCELL® HB-50KH

Viscosity: 2400-3300

THYLOCELL® HB-100KH

Viscosity: 4000-6000

THYLOCELL® HB-300

Viscosity: 300-500

THYLOCELL® HB-2000

Viscosity: 1500-2500

THYLOCELL® HB-6000

Viscosity: 4500-6500

Application Scope

Insulation mortar system

Cement-based plaster mortar

Putty

Tile adhesive

Self-leveling mortar

Water-based paint

1. Salt-Tolerant Thickening:

HEC maintains stable viscosity even in high-electrolyte systems (e.g., 20% NaCl), enabling reliable performance in latex paints, drilling fluids, and detergents where ionic additives cause competitive thickeners (e.g., CMC) to fail.

2. Zero Thermal Gelation:

Unlike HPMC/HEMC, HEC solutions exhibit no gelation upon heating (up to 90°C), ensuring consistent viscosity during high-temperature processes like coating production or oilfield operations.

3.Exceptional Shear-Thinning Behavior:

Delivers high pseudoplasticity:

  • Low viscosity under high shear (smooth spraying/brushing),

  • Instant viscosity recovery at rest (prevents sagging on vertical surfaces).
    Meets ASTM D4287 coating rheology standards.

4. Superior Pigment Stabilization:

Effectively suspends solids (e.g., TiO₂, fillers) in coatings and cosmetics, eliminating sedimentation and extending shelf life by 12+ months without syneresis.

5.Bio-Safety & Film Formation:

GRAS/FDA/ECOCERT certified for:

  • Personal care: Forms flexible, non-tacky films in shampoos (enhances shine),

  • Pharma: Serves as non-irritating thickener in ophthalmic gels (USP-NF compliant).

6. Rapid Cold/Hot Water Solubility:

Dissolves instantly in both cold and hot water (≤80°C), reducing energy consumption by 30% vs. MC/HPMC in industrial processes.

Product Advantages

Factory direct supply

Quality assurance

Strong compatibility

Multiple certifications

Professional R&D team

24H after-sales support

CERTIFICATES

– ISO 9001 & EU REACH certification

Botai Chemical has been innovating for many years and has obtained a number of independent research and development patents and international certifications, which helps people live a healthy life and helps you purchase without worries!

Packaging & Storage

Packing:

• 25 KG bag

• 500 kg/pallet (4 bags/layer)

• Customized packaging

Storage method: Store in a cool, dry, ventilated place, avoid direct sunlight.

Shelf life:12 months from the date of production

BOTAI Chemical - Your Trusted Partner

We always insist on being driven by technological innovation, continue to increase R&D investment, focus on the optimization of green and environmentally friendly production processes of products, and have obtained more than 20 international certifications and national patents such as ISO9001 and EU REACH.

• Factory area: 60,000㎡

• Production capacity: 50,000T

• Samples: Based on ISO 9001 sampling specifications, we provide real-time random samples of the production line to ensure you have no worries when purchasing

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