T-Det® PEG 1500 is a polymer of ethylene oxide that is commonly used as a humectant and viscosity modifier in cosmetic and personal care products. It is off-white to white in color and appears in flake form. T-Det® PEG 1500 F is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier based on polyethylene glycol with an average molecular weight of 1500. It is a water-soluble liquid manufactured by Harcros Chemicals Inc. This product finds application in a wide range of industrial applications, including agrochemicals, coatings, as well as cosmetics and personal care products.

Chemical Name: PEG 1500

CAS Number: 25322-68-3

Chemical Family: Polyethylene Glycols, Polyglycols, Polyols

Applicable Processes: Fatty Acid Esterification, Gas Well Cementing , Metalworking Applications, Oil Well Cementing, Polymer Flooding

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

HII Features

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Off white to white flakes (at 25°C)
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 5% Aqueous)4.5 - 7.5--
Viscosity (at 100°C)25 - 32cSt-
Moisture Contentmax. 1%Karl Fischer
Hydroxyl Number70 - 86mg KOH/g-
Average Molecular Weight1305 - 1595--
Solubility (at 5% in Water)Clear solution--

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Storage, Stability and Handling Information
  • Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, out of direct sunlight.
  • Keep container tightly closed.
  • Store locked up.
  • Store away from incompatible materials.
  • Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations