Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Ashland Natrosol HX Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Ashland Natrosol HX Hydroxyethyl Cellulose is a high-performance, nonionic water-soluble polymer designed for thickening, suspension, and rheology control in demanding industrial applications. It offers excellent salt tolerance, pH stability (3–11), and rapid hydration with low foam. Widely used in paints, adhesives, cleaning formulations, and oilfield fluids for consistent viscosity and enhanced performance.
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Features Of Ashland Natrosol HX Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

  1. Highly efficient thickener for aqueous systems with excellent rheology control and pseudoplastic flow behavior.

  2. Outstanding compatibility with surfactants, electrolytes, and common cosmetic and industrial actives.

  3. Provides superior film-forming ability and enhanced suspension stability in challenging formulations.

  4. Non-ionic, pH-insensitive performance across broad pH range (3–11), ensuring formulation robustness.

  5. Easily dispersible with minimal gel lumps; supports cold-water hydration for streamlined manufacturing.

Typical Applications Of Ashland Natrosol HX Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

  1. Personal care products including shampoos, conditioners, body washes, and hand soaps.

  2. Household cleaning formulations such as liquid detergents, all-purpose cleaners, and dishwashing liquids.

  3. Architectural coatings and interior paints requiring viscosity build and sag resistance.

  4. Agrochemical suspensions and emulsifiable concentrates (SC/EC) for improved particle dispersion.

  5. Pharmaceutical liquid dosage forms including oral suspensions and topical gels.

Specifications Of Ashland Natrosol HX Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Chemical TypeNon-ionic water-soluble cellulose ether
Product FormFree-flowing white to off-white granular powder
AppearanceWhite to creamy-white, odorless granules
Primary ApplicationsThickening, suspension, stabilization, and rheology modification
Key FeaturesHigh thickening efficiency, low surface tension impact, salt tolerance
BenefitsImproved clarity in clear formulations, reduced formulation viscosity hysteresis, enhanced shelf-life stability
pH Range (1% aqueous solution)5.0 – 8.5
SolubilityReadily soluble in cold water; insoluble in organic solvents


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