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

Ashland Natrosol L Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Ashland Natrosol L Hydroxyethyl Cellulose is a premium-grade, low-viscosity non-ionic cellulose ether polymer. Designed for water-based formulations, it delivers exceptional thickening, suspension, and rheology control with outstanding salt tolerance and pH stability. Widely used in paints, coatings, adhesives, and personal care products for consistent performance and easy dispersion.
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Features Of Ashland Natrosol L Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

  1. Highly efficient thickener for aqueous systems with excellent low-shear viscosity build.

  2. Outstanding water retention and film-forming capability in cementitious and gypsum-based formulations.

  3. Good compatibility with common surfactants, electrolytes, and biocides used in industrial and construction applications.

  4. pH-stable performance across a broad range (3–11), enabling formulation flexibility without viscosity loss.

  5. Free-flowing, easy-to-disperse powder with low dust generation and consistent batch-to-batch reproducibility.

Typical Applications Of Ashland Natrosol L Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

  1. Cement-based tile adhesives and grouts.

  2. Gypsum plasters and joint compounds.

  3. Exterior insulation finishing systems (EIFS) basecoats.

  4. Self-leveling underlayments (SLUs).

  5. Water-based architectural coatings and texture finishes.

Specifications Of Ashland Natrosol L Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Chemical TypeNon-ionic hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC)
Product FormFree-flowing white to off-white powder
AppearanceUniform granular powder, no visible lumps or discoloration
Primary ApplicationsConstruction mortars, plasters, coatings, and grouts
Key FeaturesHigh water retention, shear-thinning rheology, non-ionic stability
BenefitsImproved workability, reduced sag, enhanced open time, and crack resistance
pH Range (1% solution)6.0 – 8.5
Viscosity (1% aqueous solution, 25°C, Brookfield RV)3,000 – 5,000 cP


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