Question

PEG400DO, Polyethylene Glycol 400 Dioleate - Does it meet environmental requirements? Can a test report be provided?

Answer
2026-06-06 官方文档 PEG400DO,聚乙二醇400双油酸酯

PEG400DO (Polyethylene Glycol 400 Dioleate) generally meets basic environmental requirements. It is characterized by easy biodegradability and is a low-toxicity, environmentally friendly nonionic surfactant.

Detailed Description

PEG400DO (Polyethylene Glycol 400 Dioleate) performs well in terms of environmental compliance. According to information from the Guoli Chemical Product Database, this product belongs to a low-toxicity substance, with an acute oral toxicity LD50 value greater than 5000 mg/kg (rat), indicating extremely low acute toxicity. In the environment, PEG400DO is characterized by easy biodegradability, meaning it can be decomposed by microorganisms under natural conditions and will not persist or accumulate in the environment for a long time, with an overall relatively low impact on ecosystems.

It should be noted that although PEG400DO is overall environmentally friendly, its ecotoxicity data suggest that it may have harmful effects on aquatic organisms. Therefore, during industrial use and wastewater discharge, direct discharge into natural water bodies without treatment should be avoided. It is recommended to treat it through standard wastewater treatment systems before discharge to minimize potential risks to the aquatic ecological environment.

Summary of Environmental Compliance

Assessment DimensionData/ConclusionData Source
Acute Toxicity (Oral)LD50 > 5000 mg/kg (rat), classified as low toxicityGuoli Chemical Product Database
BiodegradabilityEasily biodegradableGuoli Chemical Product Database
EcotoxicityMay have harmful effects on aquatic organismsGuoli Chemical Product Database
Environmental PersistenceNot persistent in the environment (easily degraded)Guoli Chemical Product Database
GHS Hazard ClassificationSkin irritation (Category 2), Eye irritation (Category 2), Respiratory tract irritation (Category 3)Guoli Chemical Product Database

Regarding Test Reports

Regarding the test report you mentioned, currently, no specific test report file for PEG400DO is available for direct download or review in the Guoli Chemical Product Database. To obtain formal test reports for the product (such as SGS test reports, RoHS compliance reports, REACH certification, biodegradability test reports, etc.), it is recommended to obtain them through the following methods:

  • Directly contact the Guoli Chemical sales or technical support team and specify your requirements for test reports.
  • Indicate the type of test report you need (e.g., SGS, REACH, RoHS, MSDS Safety Data Sheet, etc.).
  • If you have specific test indicator requirements (such as heavy metal content, biodegradation rate, etc.), you can also mention them to arrange customized testing.

Precautions

  • During operation, follow GHS precautionary statements: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection; avoid inhalation of vapors or mists.
  • If the product gets into the eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
  • Industrial wastewater should be properly treated before discharge to avoid adverse effects on the aquatic environment.
  • This product is a low-toxicity substance, but it should still be stored and managed properly to avoid leakage into the environment.