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Hydroxypropyl Starch Ether

Enhance the anti-sagging and workability of your dry-mix mortar with Celix HPS. Among different starch ethers, hydroxypropyl starch (HPS), a modified starch derivative, performs the best. The Celix HPS polymer has remarkable structural stability, water retention, PH stability, water solubility, film-forming capabilities, and broad enzyme resistance.  Our starch ether (CAS 9049-76-7) works perfectly with HPMC to improve thickening and troweling. Request bulk price.


  • CAS No.: 9049-76-7

  • Type: Chemical Auxiliary Agent

  • Appearance: White To Off-White Powder Substance

  • HS Code: 3505100000

  • Model No.: HPS-1010

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Hydroxypropyl Starch Ether (HPS) Functions

The Secret to Superior Anti-Sagging and Creamy Consistency

Thickening Effect

Enhances viscosity for better texture and product stability.

Emulsion Stabilization

Prevents oil–water separation and extends shelf life.

Film-Forming Capability

Creates protective films, improves texture, and controls active ingredient release.

High Solubility

Dissolves easily in water-based formulations for smooth blending.

Water Retention

Locks in moisture to protect skin in cosmetics and maintain freshness in food.

HPS Specification

Celix Hydroxypropyl Starch Ether (HPS) is a highly effective additive designed to optimize the performance and cost-efficiency of dry mix mortars. One of its key advantages is the strong synergy with HPMC, where a small dosage of HPS can significantly enhance mortar rheology while allowing manufacturers to reduce the amount of HPMC required, helping lower formulation costs without sacrificing performance. Celix HPS provides excellent anti-sagging properties, effectively preventing tile slippage in tile adhesives and reducing layer sag in plastering mortars, even when applied in thicker layers. It also greatly improves workability, creating a creamy texture and smooth troweling feel that allows applicators to spread mortar effortlessly and achieve better finishing quality. In addition, Celix HPS helps reduce stickiness to tools, minimizing mortar adhesion to trowels and mixers, which improves construction efficiency and provides a cleaner, more controlled application experience. Together, these benefits make Celix HPS an ideal additive for modern dry mix mortar formulations.

ModelHPS-1010HPS-DT
GradeConstruction GradeHome Care Grade
AppearenceWhite PowderWhite Powder
Viscosity(2%, 20℃, mPa·s)3500 ~ 5500200-800
pH Value116.0-8.5
Moisture(%)10-1210-12
Solubility
Easily soluble in cold water
Ash Content(%)
≤ 8.0≤ 5.0


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For the best results, we recommend using HPS in combination with our Construction Grade HPMC to achieve the ultimate balance of water retention and anti-sagging.

HPS in Applications

Detergents
Paints and Coatings
Food
Detergents
Detergents

HPS acts as a moisturizer and thickener that enhances spreadability, stabilizes formulations, imparts a smooth texture to mixtures, improves product consistency, aids in water retention, adds viscosity, and elevates the sensory experience in the detergents.

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Paints and Coatings
Paints and Coatings

It is less frequent, however HPS can be used to increase texture and stop leaking in some low-viscosity paints and coatings.

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Food
Food

  • As a stabilizing agent, HPS can enhance texture and avoid phase separation.

  • Without lumping, it can reach the appropriate thickness and consistency.

  • HPS can improve freshness in baking by acting as a binder and moisture-retaining agent.

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FAQ About Hydroxypropyl Starch Ether

How does starch ether improve construction performance for tile adhesive and plaster mortar?

Starch ether improves the consistency and application experience of mortar. It provides a creamy texture and smooth troweling, making it easier for workers to spread the mortar evenly. At the same time, it reduces stickiness to tools, preventing mortar from sticking excessively to trowels and mixers, which improves construction efficiency and jobsite cleanliness.


Can starch ether reduce the amount of HPMC used in mortar formulations?

Yes. One of the key advantages of starch ether is its synergy with HPMC. By adding a small amount of HPS, mortar producers can significantly improve anti-sagging and rheological properties, which allows them to reduce the dosage of HPMC in the formulation. This helps manufacturers optimize production costs while maintaining high performance.


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Celix Cellulose Co., Ltd, is an integrated chemical cellulose manufacturer with in-house R&D, factories, and global sales sites.


Our products include HPMC, HEC, MHEC, VAE RDP, PCE, PVA, Defoamers, PP fibers, HPS, SHP and Gypsum Retarder.

Celix Cellulose Co., Ltd, is an integrated chemical cellulose manufacturer with in-house R&D, factories, and global sales sites.


Our products include HPMC, HEC, MHEC, VAE RDP, PCE, PVA, Defoamers, PP fibers, HPS, SHP and Gypsum Retarder.

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