CARBOWAX PEG 400
PEG-8
CAS: 25322-68-3
Humectant
Solvent
Plasticizer
Personal Care
Healthcare
Industrial
FDA compliant
REACH Compliant
Overview
Low molecular weight polyethylene glycol used as a humectant, solvent and viscosity modifier in personal care and pharmaceutical formulations.
- Good humectancy
- Water soluble
- Low toxicity
Chemical Identifiers
INCI NamePEG-8
CAS Number25322-68-3
HS Code3907.29
Applications & Markets
Functions
HumectantSolventPlasticizer
Applications
SkincarePharma excipientsIndustrial lubricants
End-Use Markets
Personal CareHealthcareIndustrial
Technical Properties
Physical
AppearanceClear colorless liquid
Physical FormLiquid
OdorOdorless
SolubilityMiscible with water
Measured Values
pH Range4.5 – 7.5
Molecular Weight400 g/mol
Density1.13 g/cm³
Compliance & Sustainability
Regulatory Claims
FDA compliantREACH Compliant