Hydroxyethyl Cellulose in Stone Paint: Properties, Functions, and Application Guide
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC) is a high-purity, non-ionic water-soluble polymer specially engineered for architectural coatings, particularly textured stone paints. Acting as a critical rheology modifier, it delivers exceptional thickening, water retention, and anti-sagging properties, ensuring your stone paint formulations achieve superior workability and a flawless architectural finish.
Key Functional Benefits
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Advanced Rheology Control: Provides optimal pseudoplasticity, preventing the aggregate in stone paint from settling during storage while ensuring smooth, even application during spraying or troweling.
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Superior Water Retention: Efficiently locks in moisture within the coating film, preventing premature drying and cracking under challenging environmental conditions.
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Enhanced Anti-Sagging: Delivers robust structural stability on vertical surfaces, allowing for thicker application layers without the risk of slumping.
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Excellent Compatibility: Seamlessly blends with emulsions, pigments, and natural stone particles without altering color or gloss.
Typical Applications
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Exterior and interior stone-effect textured paints
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Water-based architectural wall coatings
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Emulsion paints and construction mortars
Technical Specifications
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Appearance: White to light yellow fibrous powder
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Solubility: Readily soluble in both cold and hot water
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pH Range (2% solution): 6.0 – 8.5
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Recommended Dosage: 0.2% – 0.5% (depending on specific formulation requirements)
Packaging & Storage
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Packaging: 25 kg multi-wall paper bags with inner polyethylene liners.
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep bags tightly sealed after opening.
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Item
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Details
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Appearance
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yellowish or white odorless and tasteless granular powder.
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Viscosity
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See viscosity specification sheet
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Moisture, % ≤
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5
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Ash, % ≤
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5
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pH (1%, solution)
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6~8.5
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Viscosity specification
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Viscosity range(1%),mpa.s
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Viscosity range(2%),mpa.s
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Viscosity range(5%),mpa.s
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Rotor number
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Rotate speed,rpm
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09
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75-150
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1
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30
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3
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150-400
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2
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60
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40
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25-105
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1
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30
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300
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150-400
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2
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30
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2000
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1500-2500
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3
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30
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6000
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4500-6500
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4
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60
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15000
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700-1500
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3
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30
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30000
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1500-2400
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3
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30
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50000
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2400-3300
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3
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30
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100000
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3300-6000
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4
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30
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A: Trading company.
A: Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose (HEC), Ethyl Cellulose (EC), CMC-NH4, Chlorinated Polypropylene (CPP), N-Butyryl Chloride, HPMC, Red Base KD.
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30% advance T/T payment with the balance against copy of B/L, or
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Q5:Do you provide samples? Are they free or chargeable?
A: Yes, we provide free samples (≤500g), but shipping costs are at the buyer's expense.
Q6: What is your delivery time?
A: Usually 7–10 working days after payment.
Q7:How do you ensure quality?
A: We monitor the goods throughout the production-to-sales process and resolve any issues for our customers.
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