PEG-1000/1500 belongs to the nonionic polyethylene glycol series products, and its molecular structure imparts unique physical and chemical properties to the product. The product has a defined molecular weight distribution range, and users can choose the PEG-1000 or PEG-1500 specifications according to specific application needs. The product appears as a white waxy solid or flakes, exhibiting good thermal stability within the reasonable processing temperature range, without decomposition or discoloration, providing a reliable base material for various formulations and processes.
This product plays a key role in multiple industries due to its excellent performance. In the cosmetics and personal care field, PEG-1000/1500 effectively locks in moisture by forming hydrogen bonds with water molecules, serving as an efficient humectant and lubricant, imparting a smooth skin feel to products. In the pharmaceutical industry, this product is used as an important pharmaceutical excipient, such as ointment bases, suppository bases, tablet binders, and coating materials. Its good biocompatibility and chemical inertness ensure the safety and efficacy of formulations.
In industrial applications, PEG-1000/1500 also performs excellently. It is used as an efficient mold release agent and lubricant in rubber and plastic processing, reducing friction and improving product surface quality; as a sizing agent and antistatic agent in the textile industry, improving fiber processing performance; as a plasticizer, dispersant, and flow modifier in inks and coatings, optimizing coating performance. The product is resistant to acids, alkalis, and hard water, maintaining performance stability over a wide pH range, and has good compatibility with various organic solvents, surfactants, and polymer materials.
| Parameter Item | PEG-1000 | PEG-1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Nonionic Polyethylene Glycol | Nonionic Polyethylene Glycol |
| CAS Number | 25322-68-3 | 25322-68-3 |
| Appearance | White waxy solid or flakes | White waxy solid or flakes |
| Chemical Stability | Resistant to acids, alkalis, and hard water, stable over a wide pH range | Resistant to acids, alkalis, and hard water, stable over a wide pH range |
| Thermal Stability | No decomposition or discoloration within the reasonable processing temperature range | No decomposition or discoloration within the reasonable processing temperature range |
| Toxicity Level | Very low acute oral toxicity | Very low acute oral toxicity |
The core application value of PEG-1000/1500 is reflected in the following six characteristics:
According to GHS classification (EU CLP), this product is classified as Skin Irritant Category 2 (H315: Causes skin irritation), Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 (H319: Causes serious eye irritation), and Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure Category 3 (H335: May cause respiratory irritation). Operators should wear chemical safety goggles and protective gloves (such as nitrile rubber or neoprene gloves) and operate in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Eating, drinking, and smoking are strictly prohibited in the operation area. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse, away from direct sunlight and strong oxidizing agents.