P3265

Poly(ethylene glycol)

average M_N 400

• Synonym(s): Polyethylene glycol, PEG
• Linear Formula: H(OCH₂CH₂)_nOH
• CAS Number: 25322-68-3
• UNSPSC Code: 12352104
• PubChem Substance ID: 24897878
• NACRES: NA.23
• MDL number: MFCD00081839

Properties

• Product Name: Poly(ethylene glycol), average mol wt 400
• form: liquid
• Quality Segment: 200
• mol wt: average mol wt 400
• sustainability: Sustainability features
• refractive index: n/D 1.465 (20 °C)
• viscosity: 7.3 cSt (210 °F)
• mp: 4-8 °C
• solubility: water: 100 mg/mL
• density: 1.1254 g/cm³ at 20 °C, 1.0930 g/cm³ at 60 °C
• SMILES string: C(CO)O
• InChI: 1S/C2H6O2/c3-1-2-4/h3-4H,1-2H2
• InChI key: LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one or more of The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is an eco-friendly, biodegradable polymer widely used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Its non-toxic nature and versatility make it a sustainable choice, derived from renewable resources, contributing to greener product formulations. Click here for more information.

Poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) is an oligomer of ethylene oxide that is majorly used as a synthetic polymer for its unique properties which include low cost, biocompatibility, and hydrophilicity. It can be used in the production of biomedical hydrogels.

Application

PEG has a variety of biomedical applications, applications in energy storage and drug delivery.

Safety Information

• Storage Class: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point (°F): Not applicable
• Flash Point (°C): Not applicable
• PPE (personal protective equipment): Eyeshields, Gloves