Bermocoll E 230 FQ Ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose Akzo Nobel Rheology Modifier/ Thickener >> Cellulosic, non associative >> Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) Coatings >> Waterborne BERMOCOLL E 230 FQ is a non-ionic, water soluble cellulose ether. It improves the consistency, the stability, and the water retention of water based products. Specifications BERMOCOLL E 230 FQ is a range of low viscosity grades of ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose. BERMOCOLL E 230 FQ is used in latex paints, particularly for stabilizing the dispersion state with only moderate simultaneous viscosity increase. Normal dosage is 0.5-0.8 % calculated on the total paint weight BERMOCOLL E 230 FQ is easily dispersed in cold water of pH 7 or less. BERMOCOLL E 230 FQ can form lumps when added to an alkaline liquid. To avoid this, it should be added as a ready stock solution, as a slurry in slight acid water or in an organic solvent, or as a dry mix with other powder materials. The dissolving time after dispersion is influenced by the water pH. Alkaline additives can be used to speed up the dissolving process. Improves the consistency, the stability, and the water retention of water based products. Non-ionic range of low viscosity grades of ethyl hydroxyethyl cellulose. Can be used in latex paints, particularly for stabilizing the dispersion state with only moderate simultaneous viscosity increase. Recommended usage level: 0.5-0.8 % calculated on the total paint weight. Can form lumps when added to an alkaline liquid. To avoid this, it should be added as a ready stock solution, as a slurry in slight acid water or in an organic solvent, or as a dry mix with other powder materials. The dissolving time after dispersion is influenced by the water pH. Alkaline additives can be used to speed up the dissolving process.