PEG400DL performs excellently in terms of environmental compliance. According to product safety data, its biodegradability, tested under OECD 301F standard, shows a degradation rate of over 60% within 28 days, meeting the classification of "readily biodegradable". This means the product can be quickly decomposed by microorganisms in the natural environment without causing long-term cumulative pollution. Additionally, the product has low aquatic toxicity, with LC50/EC50 values for fish and daphnia greater than 100 mg/L, classifying it as a low ecological risk substance.
In terms of chemical classification, PEG400DL is classified as a non-hazardous substance according to the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), requiring no mandatory hazard pictograms, signal words, or hazard statements. The product itself is produced through the esterification reaction of polyethylene glycol and lauric acid (a naturally derived fatty acid). Its molecular structure does not contain harmful halogens, heavy metals, or persistent organic pollutants, and it can be disposed of as non-hazardous waste in accordance with local regulations when discarded.
Overall, PEG400DL meets current mainstream environmental regulatory guidelines, including readily biodegradable characteristics, low aquatic toxicity, and non-hazardous classification, making it suitable for applications with high environmental requirements such as personal care products, industrial cleaning, and agricultural formulations.
| Environmental Indicator | Test Data | Test Standard/Method |
|---|---|---|
| Biodegradability | 28-day degradation rate > 60% (readily biodegradable) | OECD 301F |
| Fish Acute Toxicity (LC50) | > 100 mg/L (low toxicity) | — |
| Daphnia Acute Toxicity (EC50) | > 100 mg/L (low toxicity) | — |
| GHS Hazard Classification | Non-hazardous substance | GHS classification standard |
| Waste Classification | Can be disposed of as non-hazardous waste | — |
As a legitimate manufacturer, Guoli Chemical can provide the following environmentally relevant product documents based on customer needs:
Specific test reports are subject to actual batches. It is recommended to directly contact Guoli Chemical's sales or technical support department to clarify the required report types and regulatory standards for obtaining corresponding official documents.
Although PEG400DL is a readily biodegradable product, uncontrolled large-scale environmental release should be avoided. Used waste liquid and containers should be disposed of by qualified units in accordance with local environmental regulations and must not be directly discharged into sewers, surface waters, or soil.