Polyethylene glycol is a kind of high-molecular polymer with excellent water solubility and good compatibility with many organic components.It has excellent lubricity, moisturizing property,dispersibility,and adhesiveness, and can be used as an anti-static agent and softener,etc. It is widely applied in industries such as cosmetics,pharmaceuticals,chemical fibers,rubber,plastics,papermaking,paints,electroplating,pesticides,metal processing,and food processing.
PEG is a polyether compound used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, and industrial applications as a solvent, lubricant, and humectant.
It is used as a base in ointments, a binder in tablets, a moisturizer in cosmetics, a laxative in medicine, and a lubricant in industry.
Pharmaceutical- and cosmetic-grade PEG is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as directed, but industrial-grade PEG should not be ingested.
Store it in a cool, dry place in tightly closed containers, away from heat and direct sunlight.
Yes, PEG is highly soluble in water and many organic solvents, making it easy to incorporate into various formulations.