427772
Polyethylene
average Mw ~4,000 by GPC, average Mn ~1,700 by GPC
Synonym(s):
PE
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Linear Formula:
H(CH2CH2)nH
CAS Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23
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form
powder
Quality Level
mol wt
average Mn ~1,700 by GPC
average Mw ~4,000 by GPC
viscosity
1.5 poise(25 °C, Brookfield Thermosel)(lit.)
mp
92 °C
acid number
<0.05 mg KOH/g
transition temp
softening point 106 °C (ring and ball)
density
0.92 g/mL at 25 °C
InChI
1S/C2H4/c1-2/h1-2H2
InChI key
VGGSQFUCUMXWEO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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Application
Mold release additive, lubricant in rubber processing, extrusion and calendering aid for PVC and dispersing aid for color concentrates.PEG-4000 may be used as a precipitant during protein fractionation and virus precipitation.Influence of PEG of various molecular weights on mammalian cell hybridization.
Features and Benefits
Low molecular weight and viscosity for easy processing.
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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