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CELLOSIZE(TM) Hydroxyethyl Cellulose QP-4400-H Europe, PCG

CELLOSIZE(TM) Hydroxyethyl Cellulose QP-4400-H Europe, PCG is a nonionic, bio-based, biodegradable, water-soluble rheology modifier that thickens, improves emulsion stability, and enhances the sensory experience for hair and skin care applications. This product is cold water dispersible, compatible with a wide range of surfactants, offers excellent electrolyte tolerance, and makes clear solutions in water.

Brand: CELLOSIZE(TM) (22 products)

INCI Name: Hydroxyethylcellulose

Functions: Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Benefit Claims: Cold Processable, Compatibility, Easy To Handle, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabiliser, Foam Stability, Good Electrolyte Tolerance, Good Rheological Properties, High Quality, Improved Thickness, Specific Sensory Performance, Stabilizing

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Bio-based, Biodegradable, Buy Now, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Halal, Irradiation-free, Kosher, Nanomaterials-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Preservative-free, SVHC Chemicals-free, Solvent-free, TSE-free

Certifications & Compliance: EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, Halal, Kosher, Programme for the Endorsement of Forest (PECF) Certified, REACH (Europe)

Technical Data SheetSafety Data Sheet

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Rheology Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Cold Processable,
Compatibility,
Easy To Handle,
Emulsifying,
Emulsion Stabiliser,
Foam Stability,
Good Electrolyte Tolerance,
Good Rheological Properties,
High Quality,
Improved Thickness,
Specific Sensory Performance,
Stabilizing
Labeling Claims
Allergen-free,
Animal Products-free,
BSE-free,
Bio-based,
Biodegradable,
Buy Now,
Endocrine Disruptor-free,
Halal,
Irradiation-free,
Kosher,
Nanomaterials-free,
Non-GMO,
Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
Preservative-free,
SVHC Chemicals-free,
Solvent-free,
TSE-free
Product Highlights
  • 60% bio-based carbon weight
  • Non-GMO wood PECF certified
  • Easy to handle powder form
  • Highly efficient thickener
  • Compatible with a wide range of surfactants
  • Excellent salt / electrolytes tolerance
  • Improve emulsion stability
  • High degree of solution clarity
  • Inherent, primary biodegradability

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Application Format
Creams,
Leave On,
Rinse Off
Color Cosmetic Applications
BB Creams,
CC Cream,
Foundation
Hair Care Applications
Hair Conditioner,
Shampoos & Rinses
Recommended Applications

Areas of potential use for CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener encompass a wide range of cosmetic and toiletry applications such as:

  • Hair care
  • Skin care
  • Color cosmetics
Formulating Tips

Agitation of solutions at a pH 7.0 or lower is recommended to make initial dispersion of CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener in water. After the CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener is well dispersed, subsequent pH increase and temperature increase can be used to speed up hydration and dissolution if required. Once hydrated CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener can be used in personal care formulations that can have a pH within the range pH 3 - 10.

pH effect on CELLOSIZE™ HEC Thickener hydration time Graph

CELLOSIZE(TM) Hydroxyethyl Cellulose QP-4400-H Europe, PCG - Formulating Tips

Temperature effect on CELLOSIZE™ HEC Thickener hydration / dissolution time

CELLOSIZE(TM) Hydroxyethyl Cellulose QP-4400-H Europe, PCG - Formulating Tips - 1

Properties

Physical Form
Powder
Appearance
White to off-white powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bio-based Carbon Weight60%-
Bulk Density0.3 - 0.6g/cm³
Hydration Time5 - 15min1B-44C-0.55
Particle Size (Through 20 mesh, max. 841 micron)min. 98%1B-44C-0.6
pH (at 25°C, 2% Water)5.5 - 7.01B-44C-0.4
Color (2% Aq sol)max. 75P1B-44C-0.8 (Pt-Co)
Refractive Index (at 20°C)1.336
Viscosity (at 2% water)4800 - 6000cP102670
Volatiles Contentmax. 6wt%DOWM 102668
Water Insolublesmax. 0.8wt%1B-44C-0.2
Ash (as sodium carbonate)max. 4.2wt%P1B-44C-0.9
Contamination (specks)max. 2P1B-44C-0.14

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant,
Halal,
Kosher,
Programme for the Endorsement of Forest (PECF) Certified,
REACH (Europe)
Chemical Inventories
AIIC (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
EINECS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Storage & Handling

Usable Life and Storage
  • CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener is a water-soluble solid that is normally supplied as a powder in multi-ply papers bags. Moisture and heat can cause CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener to form lumps, so bags should be stored in a dry location at a temperature less than 40°C.
  • Good housekeeping should be used when handling CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener to reduce the risk of slipping hazards. If CELLOSIZE™ HEC QP-4400H Europe PCG Thickener is spilled, as much as possible should be swept before it becomes wet.
  • Washing with water, solvents, or most cleaning products will probably not be effective and may increase the slipping hazard. High pressure water blasting can be used to remove buildup of material.
Disposal Considerations

Dispose in accordance with all local, state (provincial) and federal regulations. Empty containers may contain hazardous residues. This material and its container must be disposed in a safe and legal manner.