T-Det® PEG 1500

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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

Chemical Family
Polyethylene Glycols,
Polyglycols,
Polyols
Chemical Name
PEG 1500
Base Chemicals Functions
Chain Extender
CASE Ingredients Functions
Anti-Static Agent,
Dispersant,
Humectant,
Lubricant,
Rheology Modifier
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Detergent,
Emulsifier,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Nonionic)
Industrial Additives Functions
Binder,
Degreaser,
Friction Reducer,
Humectant,
Lubricant,
Plasticizer,
Rheology Modifier,
Softening Agent,
Surface Protective Agent,
Thermal Resistant Aid
Technologies
Base Chemicals & Intermediates,
CASE Ingredients,
Cleaning Ingredients,
Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families
CASE Ingredients — Additives
Dispersing & Wetting Additives,
Functional Additives,
Rheology Modifiers & Stabilizers
Cleaning Ingredients — Cleaning Aids
Detergents & Degreasers,
Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Monomers & Oligomers
Diols & Polyols
Industrial Additives & Materials — Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals
Oilfield & Transport Chemicals
Industrial Additives & Materials — Paper & Pulp Chemicals
Finishing Additives & Treatments
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Metal Processing Additives
Cleaning Ingredients — Soaps & Surfactants
Nonionic Surfactants

Features & Benefits

HII Features
Emulsifying

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care,
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing,
Metal Manufacturing & Finishing
HI&I Care — Home Care
Dish Care,
Surface Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Commercial Laundry,
Industrial Cleaning
Industrial — Oil, Gas & Mining
Exploration & Upstream
Industrial — Paper & Pulp
Coated Paper & Paperboard,
Pulping & Processing
Applicable Processes
Fatty Acid Esterification,
Gas Well Cementing ,
Metalworking Applications,
Oil Well Cementing,
Polymer Flooding
Base Chemicals End Uses
Polyols,
Polyurethane
I&I Cleaning Applications
Industrial Cleaners
Industrial Additives End Use
Cardboard,
Gravure Paper,
Pre-Flush Fluids,
Spacer Fluid

Properties

Physical Form
Flakes,
Solid
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

Supplied by
Harcros Chemicals Inc.

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.