Poly(ethylene oxide)
ALDRICH/372781 - average Mv ~1,000,000 (nominal), powder
Synonym: Polyethylene oxide; PEO
CAS Number: 25322-68-3
MDL Number: MFCD00081839
Linear Formula: (-CH2CH2O-)n
Product Type: Chemical
| contains | 200-500 ppm BHT as inhibitor |
| form | powder |
| functional group | hydroxyl |
| 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 ~1,000,000 (nominal) |
| Quality Level | 200 ![]() |
| SMILES string | [H]OCCO |
| sustainability | Greener Alternative Product |
| viscosity | 400-800 cP, 2 % in H2O(25 °C, Brookfield)(lit.) |
| Application: | PEO (Mv ~ 1,000,000, powder) can be used in the fabrication of hollow TiO2 fibers, which can be used for a variety of applications such as drug delivery, catalysts, sensors, and electric devices. It can also be used as an electrolyte for the formation of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). |
| General description: | Poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) is a crystalline, thermoplastic, water-soluble polymer that is commercially available. |
| 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 ![]() |
| 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 |

