Hylose 6000
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a non-ionic, water-soluble polymer derived from cellulose. It is widely used as a thickening, binding, film-forming, stabilizing, and water-retaining agent in various industries including cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceuticals, paints & coatings, construction, and oilfield drilling.
- Synonyms
- Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether
- Chemical Formula
- C6H10O5
- CAS Number
- 9004-62-0
- INCI name(s)
- Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 162,14 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 58 – 63°C
- Boiling Point
- >200°
- Flash Point
- >200°C
- Density
- 1.2 g/cm³
- Forms
- Solid
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Thickening agent
- Pharmaceuticals
- Skin care products
- Stabilizer
- Coating
- Cosmetic products