What is polyethylene glycol?
Polyethylene glycol is a polymer derived from a petroleum compound called ethylene oxide. A glycol,meanwhile, is essentially an alcohol with two hydroxyl groups attached to two adjacent carbon atoms.
Poly ethylene glycol
Industry Grade Surfactant Raw Materials Poly Ethylene Glycol
What are the applications of PEG?
- Pharmaceuticals: As a base for laxatives, creams, and drug delivery to enhance drug stability and absorption.
- Cosmetics: Common in moisturizers, skin creams, and hair products for its moisturizing and stabilizing properties.
- Industrial: Used as a lubricant, anti-static agent, and binder in applications like paints, coatings, and inks.
- Food: In small amounts, PEG is a thickening agent in certain food products and helps prevent clumping.
- Medical Devices: PEG coatings reduce friction on devices like catheters, making them more comfortable and biocompatible.
