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CELLOSIZE™ QP-52000H PCG is a nonionic hydroxyethyl cellulose–based powder thickener recommended for formulating medium-viscosity personal care products. It has a viscosity range of 2,400 to 3,000 mPa·s and allows for high-clarity water-based solutions.
INCI: Acrylates Copolymer
CELLOSIZE™ QP-52000H PCG is a high–molecular weight natural hydroxyethyl cellulose rheology modifier designed by Dow to thicken water-based systems through polymer chain entanglement. It creates pleasing textures and sensory experiences for shampoos, body washes, conditioners, lotions, creams, and other medium-viscosity personal care formulations. Compatible with a wide range of conditions, CELLOSIZE™ QP-52000H PCG provides excellent stability and tolerance with various pHs, surfactants, gums, resins, and inorganic salts, producing reliable, consistent results.
Viscosity, mPa·s @ 1% LV#3/30 rpm: 2,400–3,000
Bio-based carbon weight, %: 60
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Refractive index (20°C): 1.336
Bulk density, g/cm³: 0.3–0.6
Particle size distribution, % (US #20 mesh, 840µm): 98
Primary Chemistry: Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC)
Nonionic HEC thickener
Bio-based and biodegradable
High degree of water solution clarity
Water-soluble
Improves emulsion stability
Enhances sensory experience of formulas
Rapidly dispersible in cold water
Compatible over a wide pH range
Delivers pseudoplastic rheology
Nonirritating to skin and eyes
Foam stability
Compatible with a wide range of surfactants
Excellent salt/electrolyte tolerance
Non-GMO
Wood PECF certified
Poor foam stability of shampoo or other personal care products
Poor thickening in versatile pH conditions
Poor water solution clarity
Irritation of eyes or skin
Water-based formulations
Shampoos
Leave-on and rinse-off conditioners
Body washes
Hair colorants
Creams
Medium-viscosity lotions
Skin cleansers
Hair relaxers
Color cosmetics
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