Synonyms: 2-Hydroxyethyl cellulose average Mv ~90,000
9004-62-0
39123919
~720,000
Bottle / Drum
18%
PROPERTIES
Polymer science compounds,Polymers
Powder
White to faint yellow and faint beige
75-150 cP, 5 wt. % in H2O(25 °C, Brookfield, spindle #1) (30 rpm)(lit.)
0.6 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
DESCRIPTION
Hydroxyethyl cellulose is a gelling and thickening agent derived from cellulose.
APPLICATION
H 0923 (OTTO) Hydroxyethyl cellulose average Mw ~90,000 Cas 9004-62-0 - used extensively in the oil & gas industry as a drilling mud additive under the name HEC.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Information
Personal Protective Equipment Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter