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CELLOSIZE™ QP-100MH-V

CELLOSIZE™ QP-100MH-V: Water-soluble hydroxyethylcellulose polymer with delayed solubility, offering thickening, suspension, and stabilization. Viscosity range: 4400-6000. Suitable for personal care and nutrition.

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Product Overview

CELLOSIZE™ QP-100MH-V is a versatile, nonionic hydroxyethylcellulose polymer that offers a range of benefits for personal care and nutrition applications. This water-soluble ingredient can thicken and stabilize formulations, suspend particles and emulsify liquids, bind ingredients and form protective films, disperse solids and retain water, and provide protective colloid action. As a free-flowing powder, CELLOSIZE™ QP-100MH-V readily dissolves in hot or cold water without excessive mixing or heating, making it easy to incorporate into various formulations.

CAS Number: 9004-62-0
Synonyms: Hydroxyethylcellulose; Hydroxyethyl cellulose

Specifications

Appearance: White to cream coloured, freely flowing powder
Bulk Density: 19-38
Decomposition temperature: 205C
Softening Point: 140C
Particle size: 100% through 20 mesh
Specific gravity: 1.30-1.40
Volatile matter: 5%

Features & Benefits

  • Water-soluble hydroxyethylcellulose polymer: Enhances product texture and performance in personal care and nutrition applications.
  • Delayed solubility: Allows for easy processing and formulation, even in cold water.
  • High viscosity range (4400-6000): Provides excellent thickening and stabilizing properties.
  • Nonionic and mild: Compatible with a wide range of ingredients, ensuring stability and effectiveness.

Applications

CELLOSIZE™ QP-100MH-V is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of personal care and nutrition applications, including:
  • Skin Care: creams, lotions, serums, masks, sunscreens
  • Hair Care: shampoos, conditioners, styling products, hair masks
  • Cosmetics: foundations, eyeshadows, mascaras, lip balms
  • Toiletries: toothpastes, mouthwashes, soaps, body washes
  • Nutrition: dietary supplements, energy drinks, protein powders
  • Pharmaceuticals: oral suspensions, topical creams, ointments
Its unique properties make it an ideal additive for enhancing product texture, stability, and performance in these applications.

Problems Solved

  • Unstable emulsions: Eliminates separation and settling in creams, lotions, and serums.
  • Inconsistent texture: Addresses uneven or grainy textures in personal care products.
  • Lack of moisture retention: Enhances water retention and hydration in skin and hair care products.
  • Poor suspension: Improves suspension of solids and actives in liquid products, ensuring consistent delivery.