Wholesale HEC Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

The full name of HEC is Hydroxyethyl Cellulose.HEC is a non-ionic polymer compound made by special chemical modification of natural cellulose.It is a odorless, tasteless, non-toxic white or light yellow powder with good water solubility, which can quickly dissolve in cold and hot water to form a stable and transparent solution. It is widely used in various industries such as food, coatings, building materials, petroleum, daily chemical, cosmetics, etc. In the cellulose food industry, HEC is used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier to improve the texture and taste of food. In the fields of coatings and building materials, it serves as a thickener, dispersant, and stabilizer to improve the construction performance and durability of products. In the petroleum industry, HEC is used as a thickener and filtrate reducer in drilling fluids to improve drilling efficiency. In the field of daily chemical and cosmetics, it is used to enhance the emulsion stability and texture of products.

HEC is widely used in various fields such as coatings, building materials, daily chemical products, oil and gas extraction, pharmaceuticals, food, and papermaking. With the continuous development of these industries, the demand for HEC will continue to grow. With the global emphasis on environmental protection and sustainable development, the application of environmentally friendly materials such as water-based coatings is becoming increasingly widespread. HEC, as an important additive in water-based coatings, will continue to grow in market demand driven by environmental trends. We continuously develop new HEC products to meet the diverse needs of different application fields, such as HEC with special viscosity and properties, to meet the diverse demands of the market.

As one of the professional cellulose manufacturers,we select wood pulp or cotton short fibers, combine with NaOH (sodium hydroxide) and ethylene oxide (EO) as the main raw materials. Mix the raw materials with NaOH to generate alkali cellulose and activate the hydroxyl groups on the cellulose molecular chain. Ethylene oxide is introduced into the cellulose molecular chain through etherification reaction to form HEC. Remove impurities, wash, and refine the product to ensure its purity and quality. Dry and crush the product to meet customer requirements for particle size and moisture content. Strictly test viscosity, moisture, ash content and other indicators to ensure that the product meets the standards. Qualified products should be packaged and relevant precautions should be noted.

Stir thoroughly, sieve slowly, control pH and water temperature to avoid clumping. The mother liquor has a moderate concentration and can be mixed with other dry materials. Add mold inhibitors as early as possible. Sealed and dry storage to prevent moisture absorption. Pay attention to the explosiveness of dust and wear personal protective equipment. Choose the appropriate model and viscosity according to the field.