Polyethylene glycol 6000 PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Properties

Vapour pressure <0.01 hPa ( 20°C)
Water Solubility Soluble
Autoignition temp. 420°C
Assay Purity >=99 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.469
B pt. >250°C
M pt. 58-63 °C
Density 1.200 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

GHS Pictogram
HS Code 39072990
Flash point 270 °C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids

Description

Application
It is used in pharmaceuticals cosmetics and industrial formulations as a binder thickening agent and base for ointments as well as in processes like film coating and lubrication.

Purpose
Its primary purpose is to enhance consistency stability and controlled release properties in formulations.

General Description
PEG 6000 (polyethylene glycol 6000) is a highmolecular weight solid form of Polyethylene glycol typically appearing as a white waxy water-soluble material.