Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether

At a glance

Hydroxyethyl cellulose is a water‑soluble cellulose derivative obtained from wood pulp; used as a thickening, stabilising and film‑forming agent in cosmetics, not a fragrance note.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Cellulose from wood pulp (e.g., hardwood or cotton)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ether/Oxide
CAS number
9004-62-0
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01