Polyethylene Glycols - PEG

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Polyethylene Glycols - PEG
Polyethylene Glycols - PEG

Polyethylene Glycols (PEGs) are versatile polyether compounds manufactured by the polymerization of ethylene oxide. Ranging from low molecular weight liquids (PEG 200–600) to high molecular weight waxy solids (PEG 1000–6000), PEGs exhibit water solubility, non-volatility, low toxicity, chemical stability, hygroscopicity, and excellent lubricating and binding properties across pharmaceutical, personal care, chemical, and industrial processing industries.

POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLs (PEGs) SPECIFICATION DATA SHEET

Product Grade Physical Form (at 25°C) Water Content (%) Density Range (g/cm³ @ 20°C) Average Mol. Weight Range Freezing / Melting Point (°C) Viscosity @ 25°C (cSt / mm²/s) Viscosity @ 98.9°C / 210°F (cSt)
PEG - 200 Clear Liquid 0.50 Max. 1.120 - 1.130 190 - 210 Supercools 4.0 - 4.8 4.0 - 4.5
PEG - 300 Clear Liquid 0.50 Max. 1.120 - 1.130 285 - 315 -15 to -8 5.4 - 6.4 5.4 - 6.2
PEG - 400 Clear Liquid 0.50 Max. 1.120 - 1.130 380 - 420 4 to 8 7.0 - 9.0 6.8 - 8.0
PEG - 600 Viscous Liquid 0.50 Max. 1.120 - 1.130 570 - 630 15 to 25 16.0 - 19.0 9.6 - 11.2
PEG - 1000 Waxy Semi-Solid 1.0 Max. 1.150 - 1.210 950 - 1050 35 to 40 17-19 16.0 - 19.0
PEG - 1500 Waxy Solid / Flakes 1.0 Max. 1.150 - 1.210 1400 - 1600 42 to 48 - 25.0 - 32.0
PEG - 2000 Hard Waxy Solid 1.0 Max. 1.150 - 1.212 1800 - 2200 48 to 54 - 38.0 - 48.0
PEG - 4000 Hard Waxy Solid / Flakes 1.0 Max. 1.150 - 1.212 3400 - 4500 53 to 59 - 76 - 230
PEG - 6000 Hard Waxy Solid 1.0 Max. 1.150 - 1.212 5500 - 7500 57 - 63 - 200.0 - 300.0

APPLICATIONS BY PRODUCT GRADE

Low MW PEGs (PEG 200, 300, 400, 600)

Primary Role: Liquid solvent, humectant, plasticizer, and reaction intermediate.

Applications:
  • Pharmaceuticals & Oral Care: Solvent and co-solvent for active liquid gelatin capsules, oral elixirs, and toothpastes.
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care: Moisturizing humectant and bodying agent in creams, lotions, and hair styling products.
  • Industrial Applications: Chemical intermediate for ester manufacturing (PEG esters), heat transfer fluid, and ink solvent.

Medium MW PEGs (PEG 1000, 1500, 2000)

Primary Role: Water-soluble ointment base, lubricant, bodying agent, and binder.

Applications:
  • Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics: Base component for topical ointments, creams, suppositories, and hair conditioners.
  • Textiles & Rubber: Water-soluble lubricant, mold release agent, and anti-static processing aid.

High MW PEGs (PEG 4000, 6000)

Primary Role: Tablet binder, hard tablet coating, ceramic binder, and plasticizer.

Applications:
  • Pharmaceuticals: Binder, lubricant, and matrix material for pharmaceutical compressed tablets and film coatings.
  • Industrial & Ceramics: Ceramic green-body binder, paper coating additive, and water-soluble metalworking lubricant.

STORAGE & HANDLING

  • Storage Conditions: Store in original, tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, open flames, and heat sources.
  • Handling Precautions: Keep air contact to a minimum to prevent moisture absorption and quality degradation. Ensure proper resealing after each use.

PACKAGING OPTIONS

  • Containers: 25 KG drums/Bags, 50 KG drums, and 200 KG / 220 KG HDPE plastic or steel drums.

ADVANCE PETROCHEMICALS LTD. is manufacturing Polyethylene Glycol as per customer specification & can also supply Triethanolamine & Surface Active Agent.

Plasma – Torch Coolant
Triethanolamine – TEA