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CELLOSIZE™ QP 300 Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Description

CELLOSIZE QP 300 hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) is a medium-low molecular weight cellulosic polymer used
as both a protective colloid and a latex paint thickener. In the emulsion polymerization of vinyl and acrylic
monomers to produce latexes for architectural coatings, the typical use level of CELLOSIZE QP 300 HEC in
latex synthesis is 2% by weight (based on total monomers) in vinyl and vinyl-acrylic latex formulations
(usually less in all-acrylic formulations). The nearly Newtonian behavior of aqueous solutions of CELLOSIZE QP 300
HEC make it an ideal thickener in premium quality latex paints, giving paints with good flow and leveling
characteristics. The typical use levels of CELLOSIZE QP 300 HEC in latex paints are between 5 and 8 pounds
per 100 gallons. CELLOSIZE QP 300 HEC is also used in cement as a fluid loss additive.

Typical Properties
These properties are typical but do not constitute specifications.

Characteristic Range Method


2% Brookfield viscosity 300 to 400 cP 1B-44C-0.1
(ASTM D-2364)
Water insolubles 0.07%, maximum 1B-44C-0.2
Volatiles 5.0%, maximum 1B-44C-0.3
Solution pH (2%) 6.0 to 7.0 1B-44C-0.4
Hydration time (pH 7.2 buffer) 5 to 15 minutes 1B-44C-0.55
Particle size through #20 mesh 98%, minimum 1B-44C-0.6

2% Solution viscosity of CELLOSIZE HEC QP 300 as a function of shear rate


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