PEG-20000

PEG-20000 is a water-soluble polyethylene glycol (PEG) with a molecular weight of 20,000. It provides excellent binding and anticaking properties and exhibits low toxicity and mild irritancy, making it suitable for cosmetic and toiletry applications.

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Specifications

Physical state: Solid (Flake)
Color: White
Molecular weight: 20000
Hydroxyl value: 5.6
Color: (APHA): 10
Freezing point: 60⁰C (140⁰F)
Flash point: 296⁰C (564.8⁰F)
Vapor Pressure PA (@ 100⁰C): <2.7x10¯¹⁰
Specific Heat (kJ•kg¯¹•K¯¹): 2.5
Fusion Heat: 190
Refractive Index(@ 25⁰C): --
pH: 7.1
Kinematic viscosity: 14000 mm²/s (@ 98.9⁰C)
Density: 1.20 @ 25⁰C
Primary Chemistry: Polyoxyethylene glycol CAS 25322-68-3

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Manufacturer
Sanyo Chemical
Product Line
Sanyo Polyols
Product
Sanyo PEGS
Industries
Adhesives Agriculture Building & Construction Care Chemicals Coatings Elastomers Inks Lubricant Formulation Metal Processing & Fabrication Personal Care Plastics
Authorized Countries
Canada United States
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Specifications

Physical state: Solid (Flake)
Color: White
Molecular weight: 20000
Hydroxyl value: 5.6
Color: (APHA): 10
Freezing point: 60⁰C (140⁰F)
Flash point: 296⁰C (564.8⁰F)
Vapor Pressure PA (@ 100⁰C): <2.7x10¯¹⁰
Specific Heat (kJ•kg¯¹•K¯¹): 2.5
Fusion Heat: 190
Refractive Index(@ 25⁰C): --
pH: 7.1
Kinematic viscosity: 14000 mm²/s (@ 98.9⁰C)
Density: 1.20 @ 25⁰C
Primary Chemistry: Polyoxyethylene glycol CAS 25322-68-3

Features & Benefits

  • High molecular weight PEG
  • Compatible with skin
  • Water-soluble and -retainable
  • Non-volatile
  • Free of greasiness
  • Low toxicity
  • Mild irritancy
  • Excellent lubricity
  • High binding effects
  • Foam stabilizing
  • Imparts flexibility and softening
  • Hydrophilic properties
  • Can adjust viscosity
  • Heat storage
  • High fusion heat
  • Moisture retention
  • Anti-static
  • Biocompatibility
  • Easily esterified and etherified
  • Good dispersibility
  • Shape retention properties

Problems Solved

Cracking of ceramic products
Toxicity and irritation of skin in cosmetics and care chemicals
Poor binding of ingredients in the formulation
Poor softening of paper due to short-term flexibility

Applications

As a high molecular weight PEG, PEG-20000 can be used in various applications across industries, including:

Cosmetics and toiletries:
- Anti-caking agent
- Binder for face powder
- Humectant in bath, shower, hair care, and skin care
- Enzyme for detergents
Textiles:
- Antistatic agents for polyester fibers
Papermaking:
- Paper softener
- Lubricant for paper calendering
Rubber:
- Lubricants
Resins
- Lubricants for natural and synthetic rubbers
- Plasticizers
- Antistatic agents for polyester, ABS resins, nylon, and polyacetal
- Filler dispersing agent for natural and synthetic rubbers
Metals:
- Lubricants
- Base polymers for quenching oils
- Base for water-soluble press forming oils for steel plates
Ceramics:
- Binders
Woods:
- Anti-cracking agents
Agrichemicals
- Binders for granule preparation

Related Applications
Building & Construction Care Chemicals Coatings Lubricant Formulation Metal Processing & Fabrication Personal Care
Related Benefits
Personal Care
Related End Markets
Lubricant Formulation Metal Processing & Fabrication Plastics
Related Functions
Adhesives Agriculture Building & Construction Care Chemicals Coatings Elastomers Inks Lubricant Formulation Metal Processing & Fabrication Personal Care Plastics

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