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POLYGLYKOL 400

Polyglykol 400
Polyglykol 400 G

Composition: Polyethylene glycol
H(OCH2CH2)nOH
n = about 9

CAS Number: 25322-68-3
INCI designation: PEG-8

INCI Name:
PEG-8

Product properties of Polyglykol 400:
Polyglykol 400 and Polyglykol 400 G are clear viscous liquid at room temperature.
Polyglykol 400 / 400 G can be supplied in tank trucks or in steel drums.

Polyglykol 400's two hydroxy end groups as well as its ether groups mainly control the physical and chemical properties of Polyglykol 400.
Therefore Polyglykol 400 is soluble in water and polar organic solvents like aceton or methanol.

Polyglykol 400 is insoluble in pure hydrocarbons.
Polyglykol 400 displays typical chemical reactions of alcohols/diols.

Polyglykol 400 is a clear viscous liquid polyethylene glycol at room temperature.
Polyglykol 400 is soluble in water and polar organic solvents like acetone or methanol.

Polyglykol 400 is insoluble in pure hydrocarbons and displays typical chemical reactions of alcohols/diols.
Polyglykol 400 is suitable for hand dishwashing detergents, wool and fine-fabric washing powders for manual washing, hand and all-purpose wash pastes, hard surface cleaners, all liquid wash and cleaning agents, especially suited for highly concentrated products, viscosity regulators, detergent boosters, solubilizers.

In comparision to the standard Polyglykol 400 the alkali ion residue of Polyglykol 400 G is minimized.
Therefore Polyglykol 400 G can be used for polyurethane synthesis.
The solidification point, of Polyglykol 400 is about 6°C.

Storage of Polyglykol 400:
When stored in a cold, dry place in a closed container Polyglykol 400 or 400 G can be kept for at least two years.

Applications of Polyglykol 400:
Based on their physical and chemical characteristics:
-polyethylene glycols are used for a wide variety of applications.

Polyglykol 400 is a liquid PEG excipient grade product, produced under IPEC GMP conditions.
Polyglykol 400 is specified according to the requirements of the main international ICH guidelines and monographs.

CHEMICAL NAME:
Polyethylene glycol, average molar mass 400 g/mol
Polyglykol 400 is used as humectant for water-borne pigment preparations

Polyglykol 400 retards the drying of pigment pastes and forms a soluble film of the pigment preparation.
Polyglykol 400 prevents the formation of skin or lumps on the surface of the dispersion.

Polyglykol 400 offers the following advantages:
hazard label free
free of alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO)
compliant with ecolabel criteria

Technical Data of Polyglykol 400:
Composition: Polyethylene glycol with an average molecular weight of 400 g/mole
Active content: approx. 100%
Appearance: clear, viscous liquid
Viscosity: 112 - 124 mPas
Solubility: soluble in water and in polar organic solvents
pH value: 5 - 7
Flash point: approx. 240°C

Fields of applications of Polyglykol 400:
- Reactive diol/polyether component in polyester or polyurethene resins
- Component of auxiliaries for leather and textile processing
- Cosmetic / pharmaceutical formulations (e.g. humectant or solubilizer for creams, shampoos, tooth paste and injection fluids)
- 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 metal working 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
- Heat transfer medium

These characteristics are guidance only and not be taken as product specifications.
The tolerances are given in the product specification sheet.
For further product properties, specifications, safety and ecological data , please refer to the MSDS.

Polyglykol 400 is an APEO-free, polyethylene glycol-based humectant.
Polyglykol 400 is used in water-based and solvent-borne alkyd end-use pigment preparations.

Polyglykol 400 retards the drying of pigment pastes and forms a soluble film of the pigment preparation.
Polyglykol 400 prevents the formation of skin or lumps on the surface of the dispersion.
The recommended dosage of Polyglykol 400 for point-of-sales colorants and in-plant titters is 4-8% and 6-10% respectively.

Product data of Polyglykol 400:
water content (DIN 51777) % m/m:
max. 0.5

colour index [APHA] (EN 1557) (25 % in water):
max. 15

pH (10% w/w in water) (DIN EN 1262):
5 – 7
4 – 7 (400 G)

hydroxyl number (DIN 53240) mg KOH/g:
267 – 295

molecular weight g/mol:
380 – 420

solidification point (EP III) °C:
4 – 8

viscosity at 20°C (50 % w/w in water) (DIN 51562) mPas:
112 – 124

flash point (DIN 51376) °C:
240

ignition temperature (DIN 51794) °C:
> 320

ethylene oxide ppm:
max. 1

dioxane ppm:
max. 1

PEG-8.
Polyglykol 400 is a non-volatile humectant, solubilizer, moisturizer and fixative.
Polyglykol 400 is also used in hair styling products as a plasticizer and anti-static agent.

Polyglykol 400 offers softening, cleansing and non-irritating properties.
Polyglykol 400 provides low toxicity and hygroscopic effect.

Polyglykol 400 can be used in creams and all preparations that tend to dry out.
Polyglykol 400 also acts as a cleansing agent in face lotions and as non-greasy lubricant and perfume stabilizer in after-shave lotions.

Polyglykol 400 can be used in lipsticks as solubilizers for tetrabromo fluorescein and its derivatives and in hair care products where improves the consistency of non-greasy hair care products which can be washed out with clear water.
Polyglykol 400 counteracts the tendency of these products to dry to a brittle film.

Polyglykol 400 has very low water content, good biodegradability and is compatible with hard water.
Polyglykol 400 is also applicable in toothpaste where it improves consistency and storage stability.

Product Type: Humectants
Chemical Composition: Polyethylene glycol
CAS Number: 25322-68-3
Physical Form: Liquid, Viscous
Appearance: Clear
Product Status: COMMERCIAL

Polyglykol 400 Applications/ Recommended for:
Coatings > Solvent-based
Coatings > Waterborne
Resins > Alkyd Resins

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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The quality of our products is guaranteed under our General Conditions of Sale.