P1458

Polyethylene glycol solution

40 % (w/w) in H₂O, average mol wt 8,000

• Synonym(s): PEG solution
• CAS Number: 25322-68-3
• NACRES: NA.21
• PubChem Substance ID: 24898201
• UNSPSC Code: 12352104
• MDL number: MFCD00081839

Properties

• sterility: 0.2 μm filtered
• Quality Segment: 200
• mol wt: average mol wt 8,000
• sustainability: Sustainability features
• concentration: 40 % (w/w) in H₂O
• storage temp.: 2-8°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.

Application

For making aqueous two-phase partitions for cell fractionation

PEG is used as a fusogen to obtain hybridomas for monoclonal antibody production. Induces cell hybridization.

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, type N95 (US)