CAS 9004-62-0 Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (200-300mPa·s, 2% in Water at 20°C)

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Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (200-300mPa·s, 2% in Water at 20°C)

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Catalog Number

ACM9004620-14

CAS Number

9004-62-0

Product Name

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (200-300mPa·s, 2% in Water at 20°C)

Category

Polymers

Description

WHITE POWDER.

IUPAC Name

5-[6-[[3,4-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxyoxan-2-yl]oxymethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-5-[4-hydroxy-3-(2-hydroxyethoxy)-6-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methoxyoxan-2-yl]oxyoxan-2-yl]oxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyloxane-3,4-diol

Molecular Weight

736.7g/mol

Molecular Formula

(C2H602)x;C29H52O21

Canonical 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

InChI

InChI=1S/C29H52O21/c1-10-15(34)16(35)24(13(8-33)45-10)49-28-20(39)18(37)25(50-29-26(43-5-4-30)21(40)23(42-3)12(7-32)47-29)14(48-28)9-44-27-19(38)17(36)22(41-2)11(6-31)46-27/h10-40H,4-9H2,1-3H3

InChI Key

CWSZBVAUYPTXTG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Solubility

Solubility in water: good

Application

Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (200-300mPa·s, 2% in Water at 20°C) serves as an essential multifunctional additive in various formulations. This nonionic, water-soluble polymer primarily functions as a thickening agent, enhancing the viscosity of ophthalmic and topical preparations. Additionally, it acts as a binder and stabilizer, assisting in the cohesive quality of tablets and improving product stability. It is notably utilized in lubricants for dry eye, contact lens care, and dry mouth solutions, where its consistency aids in moisture retention and comfort. The effectiveness and application of Hydroxyethyl Cellulose in any formulation depend on its specific concentration, solvent compatibility, and molecular weight. Widely adopted in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, this hygroscopic powder is valued for its versatility and efficacy, contributing significantly to the desired physical properties of a range of products.

Complexity

999

Covalently-Bonded Unit Count

EC Number

618-387-5

Exact Mass

736.300109g/mol

Formal Charge

Heavy Atom Count

ICSC Number

1559

MeSH Entry Terms