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| Catalog Number | CI-HC-0159 |
| Product Name | PEG-150 Distearate |
| CAS | 9005-08-07 |
| Description | Polyethylene glycol diester of stearic acid. HLB 18.9 (gives oil-in-water emulsions). Appears slightly cloudy in water, but clear in surfactant-containing solutions. |
| Solubility | Water-soluble |
| Appearance | White flakes, characteristic odor |
| Application | Shampoo, conditioner, shower gels, baby shampoo, bubble bath, creams, lotions & other emulsions. |
| Storage | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Composition | PEG-150 distearate |
| Features And Benefits | Effective thickener for surfactant-containing products (e.g. shampoo, conditioner, shower gels)Solubilizer for various water-insoluble ingredientsHas good co-emulsifying properties in creams & lotions |
| GMO | GMONo data available |
| HS Code | 3823110000 |
| INCI | PEG-150 distearate |
| Manufacture | PEG-150 distearate is produced by esterification of stearic acid and then reacted with ethylene oxide. |
| Preservation | Preservative-free |
| Purity Grade | No purity grade applicable |
| Raw Material Source | Palm kernel oil, ethylene oxide |
| Uses | Heat to 60°C (140°F) when incorporating into formulas. Typical use level 0.5 - 5% (even at low levels there is a thickening effect). For external use only. |
What is another name for Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate?
DIETHYLENE GLYCOL DISTEARATE;DGD;Polyethyleneglycol3distearate;polyethyleneglycoldistearate#1000;polyglycoldistearate;s1009;s1013;stabogel
What is the chemical formula for Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate?
C19H40O4
What is the melting point of Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate?
35-37 °C
What is the primary use of Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate?
It is used as an emulsifier for personal care and water treatment, and as a processing aid in the textile industry.
How is Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate prepared?
It is prepared by the direct reaction of fatty acids, particularly stearic acid, with ethylene oxide.
What type of creams and lotions is Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate commonly used in?
Oil-in-water-type creams and lotions.
What is the safety profile of Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate?
It is generally regarded as essentially nontoxic and nonirritant, and is widely used in pharmaceutical formulations and cosmetics.
What types of formulations can Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate be found in?
It can be found in dental solutions, IV injections, ophthalmic preparations, oral capsules and tablets, otic suspensions, topical creams, emulsions, lotions, ointments, and solutions, and vaginal preparations.
What should Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate be stored away from?
Strong acids and bases.
What types of materials can reduce the antimicrobial activity of Poly(ethylene glycol) distearate?
Materials such as bacitracin, chloramphenicol, phenoxymethylpenicillin, sodium penicillin, and tetracycline.
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