PEG 1500 (Polymeg - 1500)

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Parameter	Specifications
Appearance @ 25°C	Waxy Solid/Flaks
pH (5% aq.solution @ 27°C)	6.0 - 7.0
% Moisture (w/w)	0.2 Max
Hydroxyl value	70 - 80
Viscosity @98.9 ± 0.3°C	26 - 32
Solubility	Completely Soluble in water
Completeness & colour	Colourless
Average molecular weight	1400 -1600
Arsenic (ppm)	3 Max
Heavy Metal (ppm)	5 Max
Free EO Content (ppm)	10 Max
XXX	10 Max
1,4 Dioxane (ppm)	yyy
Sulphated Ash (%)	0.1 %
Organic Volatile Impuritties	Complies With GLC
Peroxide Value (meq/kg)	Nil
Iodine Value (gI2/g)	Nil
Acidity (As CH3COOH) %	0.05 Max
Freezing Point (in °C)	42 - 48
Aldehyde Content (PPM)	30 Max

Shelf Life: 3 years.

Storage: POLYMEG 1500 PH is hygroscopic and containers must be properly stored to prevent moisture absorption. POLYMEG 1500 PH has a flash point well above limits of definition of a "flammable" and no special fire precaution is necessary. Small fires may be extinguished by dry chemical powder or carbon di-oxide. For larger fires used water or foam.

Uses & Application Of Polymeg- 1500

Being essentially a non-toxic versatile solubilizer and lubricant, POLYMEG 1500 has many applications in the following areas

• Cosmetics: POLYMEG 1500 PH is useful in formulation of toothpaste, deodorant sticks, hairdressing preparation, lipsticks and shaving creams.
• Pharmaceuticals: Being essentially non-toxic and versatile POLYMEG 1500 PH has many uses in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used as an ointment base and suppository base. It is possible to achieve even distribution of medicament throughout ointment base thereby ensuring an even application to the skin. It is a good solvent for a wide range of medicament for treatment of wounds and infections.