Hydroxyethyl cellulose with an MS value greater than 1.6 is soluble in hot or cold water; with an MS value of 2.3-2.6, it is soluble in organic solvents. HEC forms oil- and grease — resistant films that retain clarity over time. It is used as an adhesive in billboards, corrugated board, plywood, and wallpaper, and as a sizing and binding agent in paper products. Although not approved for direct use in food, HEC is used as an adhesive in packaging materials for foodstuffs.
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

