Product Description
Polyethylene Glycol 6000 (PEG‑6000) is a high‑purity, solid polymer used extensively in skin care, pharmaceuticals, nutraceutical, personal care, home‑care products, and industrial formulations. PEG‑6000 functions as a binder, thickening agent, humectant, film‑former, plasticizer, stabilizer, and solubilizer. It improves viscosity, texture, lubrication, flowability, and stability in creams, ointments, gels, tablets, powders, and dispersions.
Widely used by cosmetic formulators, pharmaceutical developers, personal‑care manufacturers, and industrial blenders with appropriate compliance.
Chemical Information
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Chemical Name (Common): Polyethylene Glycol 6000
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IUPAC Name: α-Hydro-ω-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)
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Other Names: PEG‑6000, Macrogol 6000, Polyethylene Oxide
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Molecular Weight: ~5500–6500 g/mol
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CAS Number: 25322‑68‑3
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Purity: ≥ 99%
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Appearance: White flakes, granules or powder
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Odor: Mild, neutral
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Solubility: Fully soluble in water; soluble in alcohols & glycols
Features & Benefits
- Excellent binder & tablet lubricant
- Improves viscosity and structure in topical products
- Highly compatible with actives, oils, and excipients
- Stable, non‑ionic, and widely safe for use
- Enhances film‑forming & controlled release properties
- Useful in creams, gels, tablets, powders & dispersions
Uses & Applications
- Skin care: creams, lotions, scrubs, ointments
- Pharmaceuticals: tablets, capsules, ointments, suspensions
- Nutraceuticals & food‑grade systems
- Hair care: conditioners, masks, serums
- Industrial: lubricants, coatings, dispersions
Suggested Formulation Uses (Examples)
- Topicals (creams/gels): 2–20%
- Tablet binder/lubricant: 1–10%
- Ointments: 5–20%
- Powder blends: as needed
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry environment.
- Keep container tightly sealed to prevent contamination.
Warnings
- Avoid inhalation of dust.
- Not for ingestion unless properly regulated.
- Use PPE when handling bulk quantities.
Safety & Handling Summary
Use gloves and goggles; ensure ventilation when handling powders. Follow SDS for complete safety instructions.
Technical Support
Cleansol provides formulation and technical guidance for professional users.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: Information provided is for reference only. Users must verify suitability & regulatory compliance. 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.
