Description
Polyethylene Glycol 400
Polyethylene glycol 400 has an average molecular weight of 400. It is a clear, viscous liquid at room temperature.
APPLICATIONS
• Chemical Intermediate
• Plasticizer
• In cosmetics for preparation of ointments and lotions.
• As a mold release agent and lubricant for both natural and synthetic products.
| Physical Properties |
| Flash point, PMCC, °F
|
390 |
| Flash point, PMCC, °C
|
199 |
| Refractive index, 25°C
|
1.463 |
| Density, g/ml, 20°C (68°F)
|
1.1254 |
| Weight, lbs/US gal, 20°C (68°F) |
9.39 |
| Freezing Range, °F
|
39-46 |
| Freezing Range, °C
|
4-8 |
| Viscosity, kinematic |
|
|
cSt at 25°C (77°F)
|
84 |
|
cSt at 98.9°C (210°F)
|
7.3 |
|
|
| Chemical Properties |
| Molecular Weight (range)
|
380-420 |
| Average number of EO units
|
8.7 |
| Water Solubility
|
Soluble |
| Potassium acetate, wt%
|
0.02-0.2 |
| pH, 5% aqueous solution |
4.5-7.0 |
| Water, wt% |
0.5 max. |
| Color, Pt-Co |
50 max. |
| Hydroxyl number, mg KOH/g |
267-295 |
| Appearance, 20°C |
Clear |
The expiration date is 3 years from the date of manufacture and when the glycol is kept below 100F and out of direct sunlight.