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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p>Hydroxyethyl starch (HES) is a synthetic colloidal plasma volume expander produced by etherification of native starch. <strong>Molecular Formula</strong>: C₆H₁₀O₅·(C₂H₄O)ₙ; <strong>CAS No</strong>: 9011-18-1.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li><strong>Medical Surgery:</strong> Acute blood loss resuscitation and fluid replacement therapy.</li>
<li><strong>Pharmaceuticals:</strong> Excipient in drug formulations for stability enhancement.</li>
<li><strong>Biotechnology:</strong> Cell culture medium component for osmotic regulation.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Contraindicated in severe renal impairment, heart failure, or coagulation disorders. Store in cool, dry conditions below 25°C to prevent hydrolysis or microbial contamination.</p>