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Ethyl Cellulose
Catalog Number
ACM9004573-6
Product Name
Ethyl Cellulose
CAS
9004-57-3
Category
Natural Polymers and Biopolymers
Synonyms
Cellulose, ethyl ether;
Description
Ethyl Cellulose is a water-insoluble polymer that is derived from cellulose. It is widely used in various industries such as pharmaceuticals, food additives, coatings, and cosmetics due to its excellent film-forming and binding properties. Ethyl cellulose is formed by the reaction of cellulose with ethyl chloride, which results in the replacement of hydroxyl groups in the cellulose molecule with ethyl groups.
In the cosmetics industry, Ethyl Cellulose is used as a binding agent in hairsprays, gels, and other hair styling products to improve their hold and durability.
In the cosmetics industry, Ethyl Cellulose is used as a binding agent in hairsprays, gels, and other hair styling products to improve their hold and durability.
IUPAC Name
(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-5-[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-4,6-bis(ethoxymethyl)-3,5-dihydroxyoxan-2-yl]oxy-3-ethoxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,4-diol
Molecular Weight
454.5
Molecular Formula
C20H38O11
Canonical SMILES
CCOCC1C(C(OC(C1O)OC2C(OC(C(C2O)OCC)O)CO)COCC)O
InChI
InChI=1S/C19H36O11/c1-4-25-8-10-13(21)12(9-26-5-2)29-19(14(10)22)30-16-11(7-20)28-18(24)17(15(16)23)27-6-3/h10-24H,4-9H2,1-3H3/t10-,11+,12+,13-,14+,15-,16+,17+,18+,19-/m0/s1
InChI Key
GJQHNBFXPPDVQM-KSQRYXQLSA-N
Melting Point
240-255ºC
Density
1.14 g/cm3
Solubility
INSOL IN GLYCERIN AND PROPYLENE GLYCOL;FREELY SOL IN MIXT OF AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS WITH ALCOHOL;Has an ethyl degree of substitution (DS) in the range of ~2.2 - 2.7. ... water soluble at DS ~1.2 ... Above a DS of ca 2.5, soluble in many polar solvents.;Soluble in most organic liquids
Appearance
white or off-white, odorless and tasteless powder
Application
1. Ethyl cellulose is used as an inactive ingredient in pharmaceutical products such as tablets and capsules.
2. It is used as a coating for controlled release of drugs in the gastrointestinal tract.
3. Ethyl cellulose is used as a binder in food products such as chewing gum, ice cream, and sauces.
4. It is used as a thickener in personal care products such as lotions, creams, and sunscreens.
5. Ethyl cellulose is used in the printing industry as a binder and coating for inks and pigments.
2. It is used as a coating for controlled release of drugs in the gastrointestinal tract.
3. Ethyl cellulose is used as a binder in food products such as chewing gum, ice cream, and sauces.
4. It is used as a thickener in personal care products such as lotions, creams, and sunscreens.
5. Ethyl cellulose is used in the printing industry as a binder and coating for inks and pigments.
Color/Form
WHITE NEEDLES FROM BENZENE;FREE-FLOWING, WHITE TO LIGHT TAN POWDER;AVAILABLE COMMERCIALLY AS CLEAR FILM OR SHEET;White, granular, thermoplastic solid
Complexity
481
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count
1
EC Number
618-384-9
Exact Mass
440.225762g/mol
Features And Benefits
1. Enhances the texture and thickness of cosmetics.
2. Provides a smooth and silky feel to cosmetics.
3. Acts as a binder and stabilizer in cosmetics.
4. Increases the water-resistance of cosmetics.
5. Extends the shelf-life of cosmetics.
2. Provides a smooth and silky feel to cosmetics.
3. Acts as a binder and stabilizer in cosmetics.
4. Increases the water-resistance of cosmetics.
5. Extends the shelf-life of cosmetics.
Formal Charge
0
Heavy Atom Count
30
Log P
5.5 (LogP)
Monoisotopic Mass
440.225762g/mol
Other Experimental
MEDIUM-TYPE VISCOSITY GRADE CONTAINS LESS THAN 46.5% ETHOXY GROUPS; STANDARD-TYPE VISCOSITY GRADE CONTAINS 46.5% OR MORE;Lowest density of commmercial cellulose plastics; high dielectric strength; softening point 100-130 °C;Inert to alkalies and dilute acids; compatible with resins, waxes, oils, and plasticizers;ODORLESS & TASTELESS /CELLULOSE ETHERS/;The ethoxyl content of ethyl cellulose affects thermal behavior.;Sol in ethyl acetate, ethylene dichloride, benzene, toluene, xylene, butyl acetate, acetone, methanol, ethanol, butanol, carbon tetrachloride. /47% product/;FREELY SOL IN CHLOROFORM, CYCLOHEXANE FREELY SOL IN METHYL ACETATE /MEDIUM VISCOSITY/;/Ethyl cellulose/ forms films of good thermostability and excellent flexibility and toughness.
Refractive Index
1.47
Rotatable Bond Count
11
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Storage Conditions
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
WGK Germany
1
XLogP3
-2.4
MSDS
COA
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