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Poly(ethylene glycol)

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average Mn 600, hydroxyl, waxy solid

Synonym(s):

Polyethylene glycol, PEG

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Linear Formula:
H(OCH2CH2)nOH
CAS Number:
25322-68-3
UNSPSC Code:
12352104
PubChem Substance ID:
24852062
NACRES:
NA.23
MDL number:
MFCD00081839

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Product Name

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

SMILES string

C(CO)O

InChI

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

InChI key

LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

form

waxy solid (moist)

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

Aligned

Quality Level

200

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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 an eco-friendly, 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.

Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

525.0 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

273.90 °C - closed cup

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