Tylose MHS 30027 P6 = Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (MHEC)= Cellulose methyl ether, 2-hydroxyethyl ether, modified (9032-42-2) = Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl methyl ether

Cas No: 9032-42-2 

EC / List no.: 618-528-0

Cellulose methyl ether, 2-hydroxyethyl ether, modified (9032-42-2)

Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl methyl ether

Hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose

hydroxyethylmethylcellulose

Hymetellose

Methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose

Other IUPAC names

2-Hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose

CELLULOSE, 2-HYDROXYETHYL METHYL ETHER

Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl methyl ether

ethane-1,2-diol;(2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6S)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol;(2S,3S,4R,5S,6S)-2,3,4-trimethoxy-6-(methoxymethyl)-5-[(2R,3S,4R,5S,6S)-3,4,5-trimethoxy-6-(methoxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyoxane

Hidroxyethyl Methyl Cellulose Ether

hydroxyethylmethylcellulose

Methyl 2-Hydroxyethyl Cellulose

Methyl 2-hydroxyethyl cellulose

methyl 2-hydroxyethyl cellulose

methyl 2-hydroxyethylcellulose

Methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose

Methyl Hydroxyethylcellulose

Other names

hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose

Hydroxyethylmethylcellulose

methyl 2-hydroxyethyl cellulose

Tylose MHS 30027 P6 is a water-soluble, non-ionic, highly etherified, modified methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose powder. Tylose MHS 30027 P6 is a rheological additive for special applications, paints and coatings industry

Tylose MHS 30027 P6 is an additive for mortar.

Tylose MHS 30027 P6 displays very fast consistency development, moderate sag resistance and water demand, high water retention and heat stability, and low influence on cement hydration. 

This grade of methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose (MHEC) is ideal for use in cement renders and EIFSs.

Recommended use of Tylose MHS 30027 P6 : Rheological Additive

Special applications

Coating material

Additive for mortar

Tylose MHS 30027 P6 is water soluble, nonionic cellulose ether, which is offered as free flowing powder

Tylose MHS 30027 P6 may contain further additives which for example control the dissolution behavior or the thickening power.

Name CAS-No. % Classification according to the model Work Health and Safety Regulations (WHS Regulations)

Cellulose methyl ether, 2-hydroxyethyl ether, modified 9032-42-2 

90 - 95 % 

Not classified

Other substances (not contributing to the classification of this product)- 

5 - 10 %

Not classified

Cement render

Tylose MHS 30027 P6

Viscosity: Höppler 30000 mPa•s

Consistency development: very fast

Final consistency: moderate

Sag resistance: moderate

Water demand: moderate

Water retention: high

Influence on cement hydration: low

Heat stability: high

Physical and chemical properties

Physical state : Solid

Appearance : Powder.

Colour : whitish

Odour : odourless

Odour threshold : No data available

pH : 6 – 8 10g/l

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : Not specifically applicable

Melting point / Freezing point : Melting point: Not specifically applicable

Freezing point: Not specifically applicable

Boiling point : Not specifically applicable

Flash point : Not specifically applicable

Auto-ignition temperature : > 170 °C

Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available

Vapour pressure : Vapour pressure: Not specifically applicable

Vapour pressure at 50 °C: Not specifically applicable

Relative density : Relative vapour density at 20 °C: Not specifically applicable

Density : Density: 1.1 – 1.5 g/cm³ 20 °C

Relative density: Not specifically applicable

Solubility : Water: > 10 g/l @ 20°C

Log Pow : < 0

Viscosity, kinematic : Not specifically applicable

Viscosity, dynamic : Not specifically applicable

Explosive properties : Product is not explosive. Dust may form explosive mixture in air.

Explosive limits : No data available

Minimum ignition energy : > 10 mJ

Fat solubility : No data available

Conbustion class : 5

Smoldering temperature : >450 °C

pmax : 10 bar

Dust explosion category : ST1

KSt : < 200 bar*m/s

Ignition temperature : > 400 °C

Storage conditions : Tylose MHS 30027 P6 is hygroscopic. Protect from atmospheric moisture and water.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity : The product is non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.

Chemical stability : Stable under normal conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions : No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.

Conditions to avoid : No decomposition if stored normally.

Incompatible materials : Strong oxidizing agent.

Hazardous decomposition products : Under normal conditions

Description of necessary first-aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a doctor.

First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash skin with plenty of water.

First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. Consult an ophthalmologist if irritation persists.

First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Symptoms caused by exposure

Symptoms/effects after skin contact : May cause sensitisation of susceptible persons by skin contact.

Symptoms/effects after eye contact : May cause eye irritation.

Medical attention and special treatment

Treatment : Treat symptomatically.

Tylose MHEC (methyl hydroxyethyl cellulose/Tylose MH-grades) are water soluble, nonionic cellulose ethers, which are offered as free flowing powder or in granular form. 

Tylose MHEC may contain further additives which for example control the dissolution behavior or the thickening power.