Product Details
Molecular Formula
(C2H4O)n-H2O
Molecular Weight
3800-4200
Description
PEG 4000 is a polymer formed by connecting ethylene glycol molecules through ether bonds, with the repeating unit of ethylene glycol occurring 4000.
Stability and Storage Conditions
Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Storage
Storage at room temperature
Applications
Cosmetic-grade PEG 4000 can be used as an emulsifier, stabilizer and thickener. In skin care products and makeup, PEG 200 is used to provide moisturizing and lubricating effects, and can also be used to prepare creams, shampoos, conditioners and other products.
InChI
1S/C2H6O2/c3-1-2-4/h3-4H,1-2H2
InChI Key
LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N