hydroxyethyl cellulose

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A neutral cellulose derivative, hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) is a granular, water-soluble thermoplastic polymer used as an emulsifier, thickener and film former in many types of solutions. It is also used as a sizing material.
hydroxyethyl cellulose
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024