Product Details
Molecular Formula
(C2H4O)n-H2O
Appearance
Colorless and transparent liquid
Description
PEG 600 is a polymer formed by the ether bond connection of ethylene glycol molecules. The number of repeating units of ethylene glycol in this polymer is 600.
Stability and Storage Conditions
Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Storage
Storage at room temperature
Applications
Cosmetic-grade PEG 600 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