Hydroxyethyl cellulose, referred to as HEC, is a nonionic cellulose ether product specially used in waterborne coating systems. It is made from natural cellulose through a series of chemical processes. It is an odorless and tasteless white powder that is easily soluble in cold water to form a transparent viscous solution.

‌The application of hydroxyethyl cellulose ether (HEC) in waterborne coatings is mainly reflected in its excellent thickening effect, storage stability, dispersibility and solubility. ‌ As a nonionic cellulose ether, HEC has good water solubility and wide compatibility, and can effectively improve the rheological properties and construction performance of waterborne coatings. ‌ ‌The reasons why most waterborne coating customers choose hydroxyethyl cellulose ether as a thickener are as follows:

1. Compared with other types of thickeners, such as acrylic and polyurethane thickeners, HEC can significantly increase the viscosity of the coating, so that the coating can better cover the wall during construction, avoid sagging, ensure the dual improvement of construction efficiency and quality, and save costs for customers.

2. Compared with hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethyl methylcellulose ether, HEC can form a tiny mesh structure, lock the moisture and pigment particles in the paint, prevent sedimentation or stratification, and thus greatly extend the storage life of the paint.

3. Hydroxyethyl cellulose ether products have good water solubility and good system compatibility, which can better meet the needs of water-based paint customers.

4. HEC has good dispersibility and solubility, which can ensure that the pigment and other ingredients are evenly dispersed in the paint, and improve the uniformity and stability of the paint.

5. The addition of HEC improves the thixotropy and anti-splashing properties of the paint, so that the paint maintains a high viscosity when it is stationary, preventing the pigment from precipitating, and the viscosity decreases rapidly when it is subjected to shear force, making it easy to apply.

In order to better meet market demand and serve customers, Haoshuo has launched a series of hydroxyethyl cellulose ether products with different viscosities. The advantages of Haoshuo hydroxyethyl cellulose ether in paint applications: high thickening effect, excellent rheological properties, excellent dispersibility and solubility, excellent storage stability, and excellent color development.

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