Product Description
Polyethylene Glycol 400 (PEG‑400) is a versatile, water‑soluble liquid polymer widely used in skin care, hair care, personal care, pharmaceuticals, home‑care products, and industrial formulations. PEG‑400 acts as a humectant, solvent, viscosity reducer, emollient, plasticizer, dispersant, and carrier. It enhances texture, improves solubility, supports active delivery, and provides smooth spreading in gels, creams, serums, cleansers, and sprays.
Suitable for DIY formulators, cosmetic brands, pharmaceutical developers, home‑care blenders, and industrial manufacturers with appropriate compliance.
Chemical Information
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Chemical Name (Common): Polyethylene Glycol 400
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IUPAC Name: α‑Hydro‑ω‑hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)
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Other Names: PEG‑400, Polyethylene Oxide, Macrogol 400
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Molecular Weight: ~380–420 g/mol
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CAS Number: 25322‑68‑3
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Purity: ≥ 99%
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Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
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Odor: Mild characteristic
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Solubility: Fully soluble in water, alcohols & glycols
Features & Benefits
- Excellent humectant & moisturizing agent
- Effective solvent for actives, extracts & fragrances
- Improves spreadability & texture
- Non‑ionic, stable & highly compatible
- Useful in gels, creams, cleansers & sprays
- Acts as carrier in pharmaceuticals & personal care
Uses & Applications
- Skin care: creams, lotions, serums, gels
- Hair care: conditioners, shampoos, treatments
- Pharma: topical formulations & drug‑delivery systems
- Home care: cleaners, sprays & solvents
- Industrial: lubricants, coatings, dispersions
Suggested Formulation Uses (Examples)
- Moisturizers: 1–10%
- Gels & serums: 5–30%
- Cleansers & shampoos: 2–10%
- Actives/Extract solubilization: as required
Storage
- Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry environment.
- Protect from moisture contamination.
Warnings
- Avoid direct eye contact.
- Not for ingestion.
- Use basic PPE during bulk handling.
Safety & Handling Summary
Use gloves and eye protection. Follow SDS guidelines. Ensure proper ventilation during handling.
Technical Support
Cleansol provides formulation and technical guidance for professional users.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: Information is for reference only. Users must verify suitability and follow regulatory requirements. Cleansol assumes no liability for misuse.
Professional Use Declaration
By purchasing this product, I confirm it is for professional and commercial use only. I accept responsibility for safe handling, storage and disposal.
