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CELLOSIZE ER-52M Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
CELLOSIZE™ ER-52M hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) is a high molecular weight, enzyme-resistant cellulosic polymer. It is used extensively as a thickener in latex paints where paint formulators want an HEC polymer with high thickening efficiency. CELLOSIZE ER-52M HEC is a popular choice with many paint formulators, and typical use levels in latex paints are between 4 and 6 pounds per 100 gallons.
Applications: paints and coatings Typical Properties(1)
| Property |
Value |
| 2% Brookfield viscosity, cP |
2400-3000 |
| Water insolubles, % maximum |
1.00 |
| Volatiles, % maximum |
5.0 |
| Solution pH (2%) |
6.0-8.5 |
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Hydration time (pH 7.2 buffer), minutes |
5-20 |
| Particle size through #20 mesh, % minimum |
98 |
(1) The data provided for these properties are typical values, intended only as guides, and should not be construed as sales specifications.
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