Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) 300 (Carbowax™, Ethonas™)
PEG is a family of water-soluble linear polymers formed by the addition reaction of ethylene oxide to an ethylene glycol equivalent.
This highly versatile formulating ingredients and intermediates have resulted in their widespread commercial use.
Carbowax™ is trademark of DOW Chemicals. We distribute this product from DOW Chemicals. Ethonas™ is a trademark of Petronas Chemicals. We distribute this product from Petronas Chemicals.
CAS Number: 25322-68-3
Trade Names: Carbowax™ (Dow Chemical brand), Ethonas™ (produced by Clariant or other regional manufacturers) – These are brand names for PEG products, typically offered in various molecular weights (e.g., PEG 200, 300, 400, 600, etc.)
Appearance: Clear, viscous, colorless liquid
Odor: Odorless or very mild odor
Solubility: Miscible with water and many organic solvents
Viscosity: Lower than higher-weight PEGs, making it ideal as a solvent and carrier
Application in areas:
- Adhesives
- Agriculture
- Ceramics
- Inks
- Lubricants
- Soap & Detergents
- Personal Care
Packaging: Drum