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Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose(MHEC/HEMC)

Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose(MHEC/HEMC)

Hydroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose(MHEC/HEMC)

Hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose (HEMC) is a non-ionic cellulose ether polymer based on cellulose, a natural polymer derived from refine cotton linter.

The degree of substitution and modification of substituent, allows the different chemical properties and benefits after alkalization and etherification reactions with Sodium hydroxide,Cholromethane,and ethylene oxide.

HEMC is better performance in terms of higher gel temperature and hydrophilicity rely on ethyl substituent groups.

Product Description

SLEOCHEM’s products have been widely used in various industries, including tile adhesives, grouts, skim coat/wall putty, cement renders, gypsum-based products, cement-based mortars.

Appearance: white or off-white
Moisture: ≤5%
Ash: ≤5%
Etherification(MS/DS): 0.8-1.2/1.8-2.0
pH value: 6-8
Gel temperature: 70-85°C
Viscosity: 1,000-75,000 mPa.s (Brookfield RV, 2%)

SLEOCHEM offers you a wide selection of high-quality MHEC grades and customized formulations to meet a variety of industrial needs.

Packaging and storage

A. Standard packed in 25 KG per paper plastic composite bag
B. Big bags or other special packages are possible on request
Weight/20′ container: approx. 13 metric tons with pallets, approx. 15 metric tons without pallets
Weight/40′ container: approx. 27 metric tons with pallets, approx. 28 metric tons without pallets
Stored in its original packaging in a dry and place with temperature below 30℃.
It is recommended to use SLEO® MHEC within 2 years.

FAQ

  • How can I learn current price conditions of your products?
    Yes, please send an email to James@sleochem.com, Our sales representatives will reply you in 12 hours about your requirements.
  • How can I get more information about the products?
    If you can’t find what you’re looking for within our website, then get in touch with us. If you need more information, please kindly contact with our sales representative from the CONTACT form in our website or kindly send an email to James@sleochem.com.
  • What is the minimum order amount (MOQ) that we can buy directly from China via sea transportation?
    The total amount should be at least one pallet and we can load 500kg – 1000kg in a pallet depending on the product type. We are not recommending loading less than one pallet because of product safety inside the container. If you need less than these amounts, it’s better to make the delivery with air cargo.
  • Can I get Samples for testing and how?
    We’d love to offer samples for your testing, lab approval and polit production before your PO confirmed. Basically, we send 200g samples to you for free by DHL, FEDEX or TNT. You can send a samples request on contact us on website or mail to James@sleochem.com, Our sales representatives will reply you in 12 hours.
  • Do you support OEM / ODM branding and packing?
    Yes, we support blank bags, neutral bags, OEM bag packaging, and more options. In addition, we are happy to put a private label on your bag to help you with local marketing.
  • Which payment terms do you support?
    We understand that some countries/regions have mandatory requirements for international trade and payment terms, so we support T/T, L/C and D/P to facilitate business from different countries.
  • Are you able to produce specific modified grades for my own formulation?
    This is not a problem. Our experienced technical team and high-tech laboratory can check your special requirements, and we can produce different improved products for each different customer. Please contact our sales representative.
  • Can you combine my orders for different products into the same container?
    Of course, we support mixed container transportation of different products in the same container.
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