Technical Data Sheet

CARBOWAX Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) 1000

Product
Description

CAS # 25322-68-3
CHEMICAL FAMILY Oxyalkylene Polymer
CFTA NOMENCLATURE PEG-20

Typical Physical Properties CARBOWAX Polyethylene Glycol 1000

Range of Avg. Molecular Weight
Range of Average Hydroxyl Number, mg KOH/g
Density, g/cm3 @ 60C
el n or ree in an e C
Solubility in Water at 20C, % by wt
Viscosity at 100C, cSt
Average Number of Repeating Oxyethylene Units
Avg. Liquid Specific Heat, cal/g/C
Heat of Fusion, Cal/g
pH at 25C, 5% Aqueous Solution
Flash Point, Pensky Martens Clo ed C p C
Flash Point, Cleveland Open Cup, C
Physical Form
Weight per gallon, lbs/gal @ 55C

950 - 1050
107 - 118
1.0927
35 - 40
80
17.2
22.3
0.51
38
4.5 - 7.5
177
277
Soft Solid
9.15

1. Typical properties, not to be construed as specifications

Typical Known Applications for

Polyethylene Glycols*

Adhesives
Ceramic Glaze
Chemical Intermediates
Food Packaging
Lubricant
Mold Release Agent
Wood Treatment

*Refer to the CA BOWAX Polyethylene Glycols and Methoxypolyethylene Glycols brochure (Form No. 118-01789-1011) for more specific application
information

FDA Status

Product Stewardship

CA BOWAX Polyethylene Glycol are prod ced to meet the req irement for use under Food Additive
Regulations for indirect use as components of articles intended for use in contact with food. It is the
re pon ibility of the er of CA BOWAX PEG and PEG to read and nder tand all c rrent applicable DA
and EPA regulations, as well as any other applicable regulations.
Dow encourages its customers and potential users to review their applications from the standpoint of human
health and environmental aspects. To help ensure that Dow products are not used in ways for which they are
not intended or tested, Dow personnel will assist customers in dealing with environmental and product safety
considerations. Dow literature, including material Safety Data Sheets, should be consulted prior to the use.

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Technical Data Sheet

Kinematic Viscosity of Aqueous Solutions of CARBOWAX Polyethylene Glycol 1000

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Published December 2011

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