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202401

Poly(ethylene glycol)

average Mn 600, hydroxyl, waxy solid

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Synonym(s):

Polyethylene glycol, PEG

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Linear Formula:
H(OCH2CH2)nOH
CAS Number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352104
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23
MDL number:
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Product Name

Poly(ethylene glycol), average Mn 600, waxy solid (moist)

form

waxy solid (moist)

Quality Segment

mol wt

Mn 570-630, average Mn 600

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refractive index

n20/D 1.467

viscosity

10.5 cSt(210 °F)(lit.)

mp

20-25 °C (lit.)

density

1.128 g/mL at 25 °C

Ω-end

hydroxyl

α-end

hydroxyl

greener alternative category

SMILES string

C(CO)O

InChI

1S/C2H6O2/c3-1-2-4/h3-4H,1-2H2

InChI key

LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

General description

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one or more of The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a biodegradable polymer widely used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Its non-toxic nature and versatility make it a sustainable choice, derived from renewable resources, contributing to greener product formulations. Click here for more information.


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Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point (°F)

525.0 °F - closed cup

Flash Point (°C)

273.90 °C - closed cup

PPE (personal protective equipment)

Eyeshields, Gloves



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