OXIPURITY® 4040 U C
OXIPURITY® 4040 U C (PEG 4000) is a high molecular weight, water-soluble polymer of ethylene oxide and water. It appears as white to off-white waxy flakes or powder with excellent solubility in water and many organic solvents
- Synonyms
- PEG-4000, Poly(ethylene oxide) 4000, Macrogol 4000
- Chemical Formula
- H–(O-CH2-CH2)n–OH
- CAS Number
- 25322-68-3
- INCI name(s)
- Polyethylene Glycol 4000
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 4000 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 53°C to 58°C
- Density
- 1.2 g/cm³
- Forms
- Powder, White, Flakes, Off-white, Wax(y)
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Food additive
- Textile handling
- Lubricants
- Humectant
- Personal care
- Stabilizer
- Cosmetic products
- Emulsifying agent