HEC 15K

Medium-to-high viscosity hydroxyethyl cellulose for coatings, cleaners, and stable waterborne formulas.

Overview of HEC 15K

HEC 15K is a nonionic hydroxyethyl cellulose grade designed for water-based formulas that need stronger viscosity build, improved suspension support, and stable application behavior. It is suitable when coatings, cleaners, inks, or other waterborne systems require more body while keeping workable flow.

Technical Specifications

Grade: HEC 15K

Chemistry: Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Label Value: 15000

Viscosity: 1% solution at 25°C

Brookfield LV 700~1500 mPa·s

Ionic Nature: Nonionic

Appearance: White to off-white powder

Moisture: (as packed) ≤5.5%

Ash: (as Na2SO4) ≤6.0%

pH: (1% solution) 6.0-7.5

Particle Size: <0.150 mm min.90.0% <0.180 mm min.98.5 %

Benefits of HEC 15K

Stronger viscosity build for waterborne systems
Improved pigment and filler suspension support
Good body for coatings, cleaners, and inks
Nonionic compatibility across common formulations
Supports storage stability and application feel
Useful for mid-to-high viscosity grade screening

Typical Applications of HEC 15K

1.Architectural coatings
Suitable for systems that need stronger thickening, pigment suspension, and stable roller application behavior.

2.Daily chemical cleaners
Useful where the formula needs higher body, improved cling, and stable texture during storage.

3.Water-based inks and texture systems
Appropriate where controlled laydown, suspension support, and mid-to-high body are required.

HEC 15K application in color coating formulations

HEC 15K application in household cleaning products

HEC 15K application in paint mixing