Application of Hydroxyethyl Cellulose in Latex Paints

The addition of paint additives are often minute in quantity, however, they make significant and effective alterations to the performance of the latex paint. We can identify the tremendous functions of HEC and its importance in painting. Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) possesses certain purposes in the production of latex paints that distinguishes it from other similar additives.

For Latex paint manufacturers, using the Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) enables achieve several objectives for their painting. One major function of HEC in latex paints is that it allows an appropriate thickening effect. It also adds to the color of the paint, HEC additives provide additional color variants to latex paints and gives manufacturers the leverage of modifying colors based on clients’ request.

The application of HEC in the production of latex paints also boosts the PH value by improving the non-ionic properties of the paint. This allows the manufacture of stable and strong variations of latex paints, which have a diverse range of formulations. Providing a quick and effective dissolving property is another function of Hydroxyethyl cellulose. Latex paints, with the addition of hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC), can dissolve fast and this helps to quicken the pace of painting. High-scalability is another function of HEC.

Anxin cellulose ether products can improve by the following properties in latex paint:

·Excellent workability and improved spattering resistance.

·Good water retention, hiding power and film formation of the coating material is enhanced.

·Good thickening effect, providing excellent coating performance and improving the scrub resistance of the coating.

·Good compatibility with polymer emulsions, various additives, pigments, and fillers, etc.

·Good rheological properties, dispersion and solubility.