Poly(ethylene oxide)
ALDRICH/182028 - average Mv 600,000 (nominal), powder
Synonym: Polyethylene oxide; PEO
CAS Number: 25322-68-3
MDL Number: MFCD00081839
Linear Formula: (-CH2CH2O-)n
Product Type: Chemical
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This image depicts SKU: 182028-250G
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This image depicts SKU: 182028-5G
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| Ω-end | hydroxyl |
| α-end | hydroxyl |
| application(s) | battery manufacturing |
| contains | 200-500 ppm BHT as inhibitor |
| form | powder |
| greener alternative category | Aligned  |
| greener alternative product characteristics | Safer Solvents and Auxiliaries Learn more about the Principles of Green Chemistry . |
| InChI | 1S/C2H6O2/c3-1-2-4/h3-4H, |
| InChI key | LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA |
| mol wt | average Mv 600,000 (nominal) |
| Quality Level | 100 |
| SMILES string | [H]OCCO |
| sustainability | Greener Alternative Product |
| transition temp | Tm 65 °C |
| viscosity | 4,500-8,800 cP, 5 % in H2O(25 °C, Brookfield)(lit.) |
| Application: | Poly(ethylene oxide) can be used to prepare:• Bioabsorbable and injectable hydrogels for sustained drug release. • PEO/graphene oxide composite electrolyte membrane for fuel cells. • Poly(ethylene oxide)-b-poly(ε-caprolact |
| General description: | Poly(ethylene oxide)(PEO) is a high molecular weight, non-ionic water-soluble polymer. It forms agel on hydration and shows good swelling capacity. PEO polymers are non-toxicand widely used in drug delivery systems to enhance drug solubility. |
| 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. |
| Packaging: | 5, 250, 500 g in poly bottle |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 1 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| UNSPSC | 12352104 |