Hercules Incorporated

Aqualon Division
Hercules Plaza
1313 North Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19894-0001
(800) 345-0447
www.aqualon.com

Product Data
NUMBER 4232-5
(Supersedes 4232-4)

AeroWhip® Foam Stabilizers

AeroWhip® foam stabilizers are nonionic water-soluble cellulosics chemically identified as hydroxy-
propylcellulose. They offer unique performance for whipped cream and whipped topping manufacturers
due to their film forming and surface active properties. Below are specifications for the physical and chemi-
cal properties of AeroWhip® foam stabilizers.
Properties
Viscosity in mPa.s in water at a concentration
Types and Viscosity 1% 2% 5%
AeroWhip® 605 75-150
AeroWhip® 610 150-400
AeroWhip® 610X 150-400
AeroWhip® 620 150-400
AeroWhip® 621EZ 150-400
AeroWhip® 630 4,000-6,000
AeroWhip® 630X 4,000-6,000
AeroWhip® 631EZ 4,000-6,000
AeroWhip® 640 1,500-3,000
Physical form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . white to off-white granular solid
Particle size 605, 610, 620, 630, 640
Through 0.59 mm sieve (30 mesh), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 min
Through 0.84 mm sieve (20 mesh), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 min
Particle size 610x, 630x
On 0.149 mm sieve (100 mesh), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.0 max
On 0.177 mm sieve (80 mesh), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.0 max
On 0.25 mm sieve (60 mesh), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 min
Particle size 621EZ, 631EZ
Through 0.84 mm sieve (20 mesh), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 min
Ash content (Na2SO4), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 max
Moisture content (as packed), % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 max
pH in water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0-8.0
Bulk density, g/ml . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5
Specific gravity, 2% solution at 30°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.010
Surface tension, 0.1% concentration, dynes/cm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43.6
Metals, ppm
Arsenic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 max
Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 max
Mercury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 max
Cadmium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.9 max
Heavy metals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.0 max
(continued)

The products and related information provided by Hercules are for manufacturing use only. Hercules
makes no express, implied, or other representation, warranty, or guarantee concerning (i) the handling, use,
or application of such products, whether alone, in combination with other products, or otherwise, (ii) the
completeness, definitiveness, or adequacy of such information for user’s or other purposes, (iii) the quality
of such products, except that such products are of Hercules’ standard quality. Users are advised to make
their own tests to determine the safety and suitability of each such product or product combination for their
own purposes. Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before using this product.
Hercules does not recommend any use of its products that would violate any patent or other rights.
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Characteristics: Whipping aid, film former and surface active agent.

Solubility: Soluble in water below 38°C; insoluble in water above 45°C; soluble in most polar organic
solvents; solutions clear and smooth.
Compatibility: Compatible with most natural gums and other water-soluble polymers such as cellulose
gum, methylcellulose, gelatin, and sodium caseinate.

Regulatory and FDA Status

AeroWhip® foam stabilizers are chemically called hydroxypropylcellulose (HPC). It is a food grade
ingredient that has approval in most food with the exception of standardized foods for which it is not
approved. It has been reviewed and accepted as a direct food additive by the U.S. FDA with no limitation
other than use in accordance with good manufacturing practice (GMP). HPC is defined in the U.S. Food
Chemicals Codex (FCC). HPC safety data have been reviewed and accepted by the EU SCF for the use of
HPC as a direct food additive with an ADI “not-specified.” Hydroxypropylcellulose is accepted by the
European Commission for direct addition to foods. HPC safety data have been reviewed and accepted by
the JECFA of the FAO/WHO and HPC has been assigned an ADI “not-specified” by this world-recognized
body of experts. Hydroxypropylcellulose is included in the Codex Alimentarius, General Standard for Food
Additives (GSFA) for inclusion in most foods, with no limitation other than use in accordance with GMP.
In addition to the USA and Europe many other countries e.g., Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, China,
Canada, Hungary, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan and Uruguay have found HPC acceptable for
direct use in foods.
This product is in compliance with the requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for
direct addition to food for human consumption, as specified in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21,
CFR 172. 870, subject to the limitations and requirements therein.

Labeling
As an ingredient of a food product, AeroWhip® foam stabilizers may be referred to as “hydroxypropyl-
cellulose” or as E463 in Europe.

Packaging and storage

AeroWhip® foam stabilizers are packed in 100 lb.s (45.36 kgs) lined drum. AeroWhip® foam stabilizers
are non-perishable products. It is recommended to use the product in rotation on a first-in first-out basis.
The product should be stored under dry and clean conditions in its original packing and away from heat.
The product is hygroscopic. The packaging is selected in a way to avoid ingress of moisture, but the water
content of the packed product will/may increase if not stored dry.

Product Safety
Read and understand the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before using this product.

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© Hercules Incorporated, 2008.

AeroWhip® and Aqualon® are registered trademarks of Hercules Incorporated, Wilmington, Delaware, U.S.A.