Hydroxyethyl starch , 9005-27-0

Synonym(s):
ES/130;ES130;hES;Hydroxyethyl starch;RRp

CAS NO.：9005-27-0

Empirical Formula: (C6H10O5)m(C2H5O)n

Molecular Weight:

MDL number: MFCD00131356

EINECS: 618-410-9

PRODUCT Properties

• Melting point: >224oC (dec.)
• storage temp.: -20°C
• solubility: Freely soluble in water and in dimethyl sulfoxide, practically insoluble in anhydrous ethanol. Hydroxyethyl starches are hygroscopic until they reach a water content of about 12 per cent to 15 per cent.
• form: Solid
• color: White to Off-White
• CAS DataBase Reference: 9005-27-0(CAS DataBase Reference)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Starch, 2-hydroxyethyl ether (9005-27-0)

Description and Uses

Hydroxyethyl starch (HES) is a synthetic colloid that consists of hydroxyethylated polymers of glucose, derived from amylopectin. It is one of the most frequently used plasma substitutes. HES products are approved for the treatment of hypovolemia (low blood volume).

Hydroxyethyl starch, commonly known as Hespen, is a synthetic colloid volume expander, mainly used for first aid in patients with hemorrhagic shock, traumatic shock, and burn shock. Its characteristic is that it is not restricted by blood type. An intravenous solution of hydroxyethyl starch is used to prevent shock following severe blood loss caused by trauma, surgery, or other problems.

Safety

• WGK Germany: 2
• RTECS: WI0410000