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Linear Formula:
H(OCH2CH2)nOH
CAS Number:
NACRES:
NA.07
PubChem Substance ID:
UNSPSC Code:
12352104
MDL number:
form
waxy solid
Quality Level
mol wt
average Mn 950-1,050
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viscosity
17.4 cSt(210 °F)(lit.)
mp
39 °C (lit.)
solubility
water: soluble (PEG is soluble in water approximately 800 mg/ml, 20 °C)
density
1.0926 g/mL at 60 °C, 1.0765 g/mL at 80 °C
greener alternative category
SMILES string
C(CO)O
InChI
1S/C2H6O2/c3-1-2-4/h3-4H,1-2H2
InChI key
LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
General description
Poly(ethylene glycol) is a non-toxic and water soluble polymer, which can have the tendency to resist recognition by the immune system.
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Storage Class
11 - Combustible Solids
wgk
WGK 1
flash_point_f
Not applicable
flash_point_c
Not applicable
ppe
Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US)
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Global Trade Item Number
| SKU | GTIN |
|---|---|
| P3515-500G | 04061834368076 |
| P3515-1KG | 04061835279012 |
| P3515-250G | 04061834368069 |