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Composition Polyethylene glycol H(OCH2CH2)nOH
n = about 90
CAS Number: 25322-68-3
INCI designation: PEG-90
Product properties of Polyglykol 4000:
Polyglykol 4000 is a white waxy solid at room temperature.
Polyglykol 4000 FL can be supplied in heated tank trucks.
Polyglykol 4000 S is a flaked type, Polyglykol 4000 P, 4000 PF and 4000 PS are powdered types available in 20 kg bags or super sacs with up to 500 kg capacity.
Polyglykol 4000's two hydroxy end groups as well as its ether groups mainly control the physical and chemical properties of Polyglykol 4000.
Therefore Polyglykol 4000 is soluble in water and polar organic solvents like aceton or methanol.
Polyglykol 4000 is insoluble in pure hydrocarbons.
Polyglykol 4000 displays typical chemical reactions of alcohols/diols.
On request Polyglykol 4000 can also be supplied as a 50-% solution in water (Polyglykol 4000 M 50).
The solidification point, of Polyglykol 4000 is about 56°C.
Solidification point of Polyglykol 4000 M 50 is about –10°C
Storage of Polyglykol 4000:
When stored in a cold, dry place in a closed container.
Polyglykol 4000 S, 4000 P and 4000 PF can be kept for at least two years.
Polyglykol 4000 FL as melt has to be stored at 60-80°C under a nitrogen blanket.
Storage time of Polyglykol 4000 should not exceed 6 month at these temperatures.
Applications Based on their physical and chemical characteristics
- polyethylene glycols are used for a wide variety of applications.
Polyglykol 4000 fields of application:
- Reactive diol/polyether component in polyester or polyurethene resins
- Component of auxiliaries for leather and textile processing
- Cosmetic / pharmaceutical formulations (e.g. humectant or plasticiser for creams, tablets, tooth paste)
- Lubricant and mould release agent for rubber and elastomer processing - Plasticizer and binder for ceramic and concrete manufacturing
- Component of lubricant formulations
- Water soluble, lubricating component in metalworking fluids
- Humectant for paper, wood and cellulose films - Solvent and humectant for dyes and inks
- Modifier for production of regenerated viscose - Humectant and plasticizer for adhesives
Polyglykol 4000 PF is a polyethylene glycol grade available as solid in fine powder form.
Polyglykol 4000 acts as a solvent, humectant and plasticizer.
Polyglykol 4000 shows typical chemical reactions of alcohols/diols and a very low evaporation rate.
Polyglykol 4000 is soluble in water and polar organic solvents like acetone or methanol.
Polyglykol 4000 is insoluble in pure hydrocarbons.
Polyglykol 4000 is compatible with cellulose, polyester and polyurethane.
Polyglykol 4000 is suitable for use in cellulose films and paints.
Product data of Polyglykol 4000:
water content (DIN 51777) % m/m:
max. 0.5
max. 0.1 (4000 FL)
colour index [APHA] (EN 1557) (25 % in water):
max. 30
pH ( 5 % w/w in water) (DIN EN 1262):
5 – 7
hydroxyl number (DIN 53240) mg KOH/g:
25 – 30
molecular weight g/mol:
3700 – 4400
solidification point (EP III) °C:
53 – 58
viscosity at 20°C (50 % w/w in water) (DIN 51562) mPas:
114 – 142
flash point (DIN 51376) °C:
260
ignition temperature (DIN 51794) °C:
>320
ethylene oxide ppm:
max. 1
dioxane ppm:
max. 1
Polyglykol 4000 P is a white powdered type of polyethylene glycol.
Polyglykol 4000 is soluble in water and polar organic solvents like acetone or methanol.
Polyglykol 4000 is insoluble in pure hydrocarbons and displays typical chemical reactions of alcohols/diols.
Polyglykol 4000 is commonly used as a a solvent, humectant, and plasticizer across several industries.
Polyglykol 4000 P is a polyethylene glycol grade available as yellow powder.
Polyglykol 4000 acts as a solvent, humectant and plasticizer.
Polyglykol 4000 shows typical chemical reactions of alcohols/diols and a very low evaporation rate.
Polyglykol 4000 is soluble in water and polar organic solvents like acetone or methanol.
Polyglykol 4000 is insoluble in pure hydrocarbons.
Polyglykol 4000 is compatible with cellulose, polyester and polyurethane.
Polyglykol 4000 is suitable for use in cellulose films and paints.
CHEMICAL NAME:
Polyethylene glycol, average molar mass 4000 g/mol
Polyglykol 4000 PS is a sprayed PEG API grade powder product, with a mean particle size distribution.
Polyglykol 4000 is produced under ICH Q7 conditions and GMP certified by the German authorities.
The powder supports the homogeneous mixing with other powder materials within production.
Polyglykol 4000 is specified according to the requirements of the main international ICH guidelines and monographs (see below).
Polyglykol 4000 P is a milled PEG API grade powder product, produced under ICH Q7 conditions with GMP certification by the German authorities.
The powder form supports the homogeneous mixing with other materials within production.
Polyglykol 4000 is specified according to the requirements of the main international ICH guidelines and monographs.
This information is based on our present state of knowledge and is intended to provide general notes on our products and their uses.
It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing specific properties of the products described or their suitability for a particular application.
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