Compound Q&A
What is Hydroxyethyl cellulose (CAS: 9004-62-0)?
Answer
Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC), with the CAS number 9004-62-0, is a water-soluble polymer derived from cellulose. It has the chemical formula [C6H7O2(COOC2H4OH)n] and is characterized by its high viscosity, stability, and film-forming properties. HEC is commonly used as a thickening agent and binder in various applications due to its compatibility with water and organic solvents.
About
CAS No
9004-62-0
English Name
Hydroxyethyl cellulose
Molecular Formula
C29H52O21
Molecular Weight
736.7 g/mol
SMILES
CC1C(C(C(C(O1)CO)OC2C(C(C(C(O2)COC3C(C(C(C(O3)CO)OC)O)O)OC4C(C(C(C(O4)CO)OC)O)OCCO)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
CWSZBVAUYPTXTG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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