Polyethylene glycol 20,000

Description

Substance is listed in TSCA inventory | CAS: 25322-68-3 | (C2H4O)n | 62.07 g/mol

Polyethylene glycol is used in the modification of therapeutic proteins and peptides to enhance its solubility. It is also used in the fabrication of bioactive and immuno isolating barriers for encapsulation of cells. In gas chromatography, it is used as a polar stationary phase. It is used as mold release agent and lubricant in fabricating elastomers. As a dispersant, it is used in toothpastes. It finds application in blood banking as a potentiator, which is used to detect antigens and antibodies. In pharmaceutical industry, it is used as tablet and capsule lubricant.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Suitable for battery materials development.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 25322-68-3
• Molecular Formula: (C2H4O)n
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 62.07
• MDL Number: MFCD01779601
• InChI Key: LYCAIKOWRPUZTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• IUPAC Name: ethane-1,2-diol
• SMILES: [H]OCCO

• Melting Point: 63°C to 66°C
• Density: 1.2
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water and ethanol.
• Quantity: 250 g
• Formula Weight: ≈20,000
• Flash Point: 260°C (500°F)
• Chemical Name or Material: Polyethylene glycol 20, 000

Safety and Handling

EINECSNumber	203-473-3
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only