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Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a gelling, binding, and thickening agent derived from cellulose. Water-soluble and nonionic, it is highly effective in the presence of electrolytes and acids. It gives good skin feel, viscosity and stability. It produces transparent formulations without clumping when processed properly.

BENEFITS

  • Bio-based
  • Transparent gel
  • Compatible with surfactant systems
  • Excellent electrolytes tolerance
  • Emulsion stability

APPLICATIONS: Hair Conditioner, liquid soaps, styling gels, bubble baths, lotions and creams

This is a cosmetic raw material and is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations.  As with all of our materials, it should not be taken internally. For more information, please see our terms and conditions page.

 

INCI: Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Solubility: Water phase

Use Rate: 0.5 – 5.0%

Temperature Tolerance: Avoid temperatures above 80°C

High Shear Tolerance: Resistant

pH Stability: 3.0 – 9.0

Storage: Store in a cool, dark, and dry place.

FORMULATION METHOD

  1. Heat speeds up dissolution.
  2. Back-acid formulating method – neutralise with suitable medium (e.g. 10% NaOH solution) above pH 7. Once fully hydrated, the pH can be adjusted to the formula’s required value.

HEC (Hydroxyethyl Cellulose)

Excellent nonionic polymer exhibiting stability with cations and varying pH values

$2.52$15.75

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