Poly(ethylene glycol)
ALDRICH/202401 - average Mn 600, waxy solid (moist)
Synonym: Polyethylene glycol; PEG
CAS Number: 25322-68-3
MDL Number: MFCD00081839
Linear Formula: H(OCH2CH2)nOH
Product Type: Chemical
| Ω-end | hydroxyl |
| α-end | hydroxyl |
| density | 1.128 g/mL at 25 °C |
| form | waxy solid (moist) |
| 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 Mn 600 |
| Mn 570-630 | |
| mp | 20-25 °C (lit.) |
| Quality Level | 200 |
| refractive index | n |
| SMILES string | C(CO)O |
| sustainability | Greener Alternative Product |
| viscosity | 10.5 cSt(210 °F)(lit.) |
| 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: | 20 kg in poly drum |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 1 |
| Flash Point(F) | 525.0 °F - closed cup |
| Flash Point(C) | 273.90 °C - closed cup |
| mp | 20-25 °C (lit.) |
| Density | 1.128 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | n |
| UNSPSC | 12352104 |