Polyethylene Glycol (PEG-8000)

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Product Description

ProductPolyethylene Glycol (PEG-8000)
CAS25322-68-2
FormulaN/A
SynonymPEG 8000

Typical Product Specifications

Molecular weight7000 - 9000
Color (Pt-Co scale)18 Max
Water1.0% Max
Hydroxyl number12 - 16
Viscosity at 210ยฐF(99ยฐC), cSt500 - 900
Acidity< 0.1 mL of 0.1M NaOH
1,4-Dioxane10 ppm Max
Notes

Polyethylene Glycol 8000 is a polymer with an approximate molecular weight near 8000 g/mol.

It is used widely in industrial manufacturing, food, cosmetics, and medicine.  

 

ClassSurfactants - Esters - Ethoxylates, Food and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers, Personal Care - Cosmetic Ingredients, Organic Intermediates and Compounds
FunctionSurfactant, Emulsifier, Viscosity Control
IndustryFood Chemicals, Nutrition, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Adhesives, Industrial Drilling, Drilling Fluid, Fracking, Hydraulic Fracturing, Personal Care, Organics
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