Methyl Hydroxyethylcellulose

AKA: Methyl 2-hydroxyethyl cellulose, 9032-42-2
Synthetic
Clean
OriginDerived from cellulose, a naturally occurring polymer extracted from plant cell walls, typically from wood pulp or cotton. Produced through chemical etherification of cellulose with methyl and hydroxyethyl groups via alkaline treatment.
Cellulose methyl ether, 2-hydroxyethyl ether
Formula
C34H66O24
Mol. Weight
858.90
CAS #
9032-42-2
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Light Stabilizer
Viscosity Controlling
Shields from UV damage
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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