Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC)
TENESSY Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
TENESSY™ Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a non-ionic cellulose ether made from natural polymer cellulose through advanced chemical processing. It appears as a white or light-yellow powder that easily dissolves in cold water, forming a clear and thick solution. Its performance is stable across a wide pH range, making it suitable for many formulations.
| Brand | TENESSY™ |
| Appearance | White or light yellow powder |
| Molar Substitution Degree (M.S) | 1.8–2.4 |
| Moisture Content (%) | ≤5 |
| pH Value | 6.0–8.5 |
| Light Transmittance (%) | ≥85 |
| Fineness | 98% passes through 100 mesh |
| Viscosity (mPa.s) |
Key Features of TENESSY™ Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
- White or light-yellow, free-flowing powder
- ≥98% pass rate through 100-mesh sieve
- Softening temperature: 135–140°C
- Bulk density: 0.35–0.61 g/ml
- Decomposition temperature: 205–210°C
- Dissolves in both cold and hot water, insoluble in most organic solvents
- Stable viscosity within pH 2–12 range
- Non-ionic and compatible with a wide variety of materials
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Main Advantages of Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
Main Applications of Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
TENESSY™ Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is commonly used as a thickener, protective agent, adhesive, and stabilizer. It’s also an additive in emulsions, gels, ointments, lotions, eye drops, suppositories, and tablets. Additionally, it serves as a stabilizer in food products.
Paints & Coatings
Used as a protective colloid and thickener in latex paints. Improves pigment dispersion, stability, and viscosity control. Enhances coating smoothness and leveling.
Oil Drilling
Acts as a thickener in drilling, completion, and cementing materials. Improves stability and water retention, helping maintain productivity.
Construction Materials
Inks
TENESSY Hydroxyethyl Cellulose Grades
TENESSY™ HEC HET30
A versatile, non-ionic cellulose ether ideal for thickening, suspending, and film-forming in paints, oil drilling, and more.
HEC HET30 is suitable for water-based paints, wall latex paints, laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, floor cleaners, facial masks, creams, and facial cleansers. It offers excellent thickening and stabilizing performance for both household and personal care products.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Molar Substitution Degree (%) | 1.8–2.4 |
| Ash Content (%) | ≤5.0 |
| Moisture Content (%) | ≤5.0 |
| pH Value | 5.0–8.5 |
| Light Transmittance (%) | ≥80 |
| Water-Insoluble Matter (%) | ≤0.5 |
| Fineness | 80 or 100 mesh |
| Bulk Density (g/L) | 320–420 |
| Particle Size (%) | ≥99 |
| Viscosity (mPa.s) | 1500–2500 (1.0% aqueous solution, measured at 25°C using a Brookfield viscometer) |
TENESSY™ HEC HET50
TENESSY™ HEC HET50 is widely used in latex synthesis, water-based coatings, cement slurry, ink production, oil drilling, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, textiles, and paper making. It provides reliable viscosity control, dispersion, and film-forming properties across various industrial applications.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Molar Substitution Degree (%) | 1.8–2.4 |
| Ash Content (%) | ≤5.0 |
| Moisture Content (%) | ≤5.0 |
| pH Value | 5.0–8.5 |
| Light Transmittance (%) | ≥80 |
| Water-Insoluble Matter (%) | ≤0.5 |
| Fineness | 80 or 100 mesh |
| Bulk Density (g/L) | 320–420 |
| Particle Size (%) | ≥99 |
| Viscosity (mPa.s) | 2600–3300 (1.0% aqueous solution, measured at 25°C using a Brookfield viscometer) |
TENESSY™ HEC HET100
HET100 is ideal for well servicing fluids, oil fracturing fluids, real stone paints, water-in-water multicolor coatings, toothpaste production, and cosmetic thickening such as laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, shampoos, conditioners, and shower gels. It can also be used as a functional additive in special construction materials to enhance stability and workability.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Molar Substitution Degree (%) | 1.8–2.4 |
| Ash Content (%) | ≤5.0 |
| Moisture Content (%) | ≤5.0 |
| pH Value | 5.0–8.5 |
| Light Transmittance (%) | ≥80 |
| Water-Insoluble Matter (%) | ≤0.5 |
| Fineness | 80 or 100 mesh |
| Bulk Density (g/L) | 320–420 |
| Particle Size (%) | ≥99 |
| Viscosity (mPa.s) | 3600–5500 (1.0% aqueous solution, measured at 25°C using a Brookfield viscometer) |
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HEC Packaging & Sizes
25kg Bag
TENESSY™ HEC is packed in 25kg polypropylene woven bags with polyethylene inner liners.
600kg Pallet
Customized Packaging
Shelf Life, Storage & Transportation
- Store in a cool, dry, and ventilated place, away from moisture and sunlight.
- During transportation, keep in original packaging and protect from rain and heat.
- If the bag is opened, reseal tightly to prevent moisture absorption.
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