Understanding the Properties and Applications of Cellulose Ethers in Modern Industries
6. Food Industry: MHEC can be used as a thickener and stabilizer in certain food products, similar to other cellulose ethers.
In another study, Jenni et al. stained MHEC with a fluorescent dye and visualized and quantified the migration of MHEC through the capillaries of mortars. They found that MHEC accumulates at system interfaces exhibiting a reduced porosity. From this, they conclude that the cellulose ethers can migrate through the pore system and are therefore not or only partly adsorbed on cement particles under wet conditions [18]. In a later publication from this group they state that the dissolved CE is transported downwards through the capillary pores, but accumulates at the contact layer and substrate surface, which act as micro-filters [19].
Enhanced adhesion to the masonry surface, increased water retention, and thus mortar strength.
Improved lubricity and plasticity for better workability and easier, time-saving, and cost-efficient application of mortars made with guaranteed cellulose ethers.
A special high water retention version is available for highly absorbent bricks.