HEC Introduction
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a versatile, non-ionic water-soluble polymer prized for its superior thickening, suspension, and water retention capabilities.
It plays a critical role in water-based paints as a primary thickener and stabilizer. In oil and gas drilling, HEC is essential for controlling fluid loss and suspending solid particles in drilling fluids. Beyond these core applications, it is also widely used as a modifier in building materials (e.g., tile adhesives), a viscosity regulator in personal care products, and a sizing agent in textiles.
Its excellent performance and compatibility make HEC an indispensable additive across these key industries.
Paints & Coatings
Oil Drilling
Personal & Home Care
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Popular HEC Grades in Paints & Coatings
Our HEC stands out with outstanding enzyme resistance, ensuring long-term in-can viscosity stability, and excellent color compatibility for true pigment expression. Every batch undergoes strict quality control to guarantee consistent performance in coatings.
| Type | Viscosity/Brookfield | Advantages | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HE B300 | 400-600 mPa.s | Bio-stable, Excellent leveling | Emulsion，Adhesive，Paints，Self-leveling |
| HE B6000 | 4000-10000 mPa.s | Bio-stable, Good workability | Emulsion，Adhesive，Paints |
| HE B30000 | 10000-20000 mPa.s | Bio-stable, Good workability | Exterior & Interior Paints |
| HE B60000 | 20000-40000 mPa.s | Bio-stable, Good thickening efficiency | Exterior & Interior Paints |
| HE B100000 | 40000-50000 mPa.s | Bio-stable, Good thickening efficiency | Exterior & Interior Paints |
| HE 300 Plus | 2000-6000 mPa.s | Bio-stable, Hydrophobic modified | Exterior & Interior Paints ( Spatter resistance） |
Popular HEC Grades in Oilfield
Our HEC is engineered for excellence in oilfield drilling applications. It delivers reliable viscosity and effective fluid-loss control in demanding conditions, including high temperatures and saline environments. Its exceptional enzyme resistance ensures long-term in-can stability, while excellent color compatibility allows for true pigment expression without interference. Strict batch-to-batch quality control guarantees consistent, high-performance results for all your drilling fluid formulations.
| Type | Viscosity/Brookfield | Advantage | Recomendations |
|---|---|---|---|
| HE OL300 | 250-450 mPa.s | Excellent shear-thinning & fluid-loss control | Routine Drilling,Reservoir Drilling, General Hole Cleaning, Inhibitive Muds |
| HEC OL100000 | 40000-50000 mPa.s | Extremely high initial viscosity and gel strength | Large-Diameter Holes, Complex Wellbores, Special Operations, Emergency Treatment |
Popular HEC Grades Personal & Home Care Products
Our HEC is an ideal thickener and stabilizer for personal care products. It provides gentle yet effective viscosity building, ensuring rich texture and smooth application in shampoos, body washes, and lotions. Its excellent electrolyte tolerance and pH stability maintain consistent performance across various formulations. As a non-ionic polymer, it is highly compatible with surfactants and other ingredients, while also offering moisturizing benefits. Strict quality control in every batch guarantees purity, safety, and reliable performance for your skincare and haircare products.
| Grade | Viscosity/Brookfield | Advantage | Recomendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HE PC300 | 250-450 mPa.s | Thickener, stabilizer & film-former | Home and personal care products |
| HE PC2000 | 1500-3000 mPa.s | Thickener, stabilizer & film-former | Home and personal care products |
| HE PC60000 | 20000-40000 mPa.s | Thickener, stabilizer & film-former | Home and personal care products |
| HE PC100000 | 40000-50000 mPa.s | Thickener, stabilizer & film-former | Home and personal care products |