ZOFU Hydrogenated Ethyl Cellulose for the Cosmetics Industry It is a non-ionic, water-soluble polymer that serves as a thickening, binder, emulsifier, disperser, stabiliser, and retains water. It also forms films and has colloidal properties that are protective. It provides solutions with a wide range of viscosities, is easily soluble in hot or cold water, and may take solutions with extremely high electrolyte concentrations.