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| Catalog Number | CI-SC-0258 |
| Product Name | PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil |
| CAS | 61788-85-0 |
| Description | Acts as waxy, nonionic solubilizer and emulsifier. It is obtained by reacting hydrogenated castor oil with ethylene oxide. Saponification value 41-51. |
| Appearance | Off-white waxy solid |
| Application | Emulsions for skin and hair care products |
| Storage | Store light-protected at a cool and dry place |
| HS Code | 3402130000 |
| INCI | PEG-60 hydrogenated castor oil |
| Uses | Recommended use level 1-5%. For external use only. |
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil serves as a versatile nonionic solubilizer and emulsifying agent, derived from the reaction of hydrogenated castor oil with ethylene oxide. This substance, appearing as a white to yellowish paste, boasts excellent emulsification properties, characterized by an HLB value between 15 and 17. It has a very mild characteristic odor and taste in aqueous solutions. The oil efficiently forms clear solutions in water, ethanol, and isopropanol, successfully incorporating essential and fragrance oils, as well as other hydrophobic compounds such as vitamins and alpha-bisabolol. When using anhydrous alcohol, the addition of 0.5-1% water might be required to achieve clarity. PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is particularly effective in solubilizing essential and fragrance oils within water and water-alcohol mixtures. It offers a good shelf life, remaining stable for up to two years when stored in its original sealed packaging in a dry environment at room temperature.
What is PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil?
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a nonionic solubilizer and emulsifying agent derived from the reaction of hydrogenated castor oil with ethylene oxide. It appears as a white to yellowish paste that is either soft or flowing.
What are the main features of PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil?
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil has a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) value between 15 and 17, making it an excellent emulsifier. It is known for forming clear solutions in water, ethanol, and isopropanol with essential oils, fragrance oils, and other hydrophobic compounds. In its aqueous solution, it exhibits a very faint characteristic odor and taste.
How can PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil be used in formulations?
This product is primarily used to solubilize essential oils and fragrance oils in water and water-alcohol mixtures. When using anhydrous alcohol, it may be necessary to add 0.5-1% water to achieve a clear solution.
What is the shelf life of PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, and how should it be stored?
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil has a good shelf life of up to 2 years when stored in its original sealed packaging in a dry place at room temperature.
Can PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil be used with vitamins and alpha-bisabolol?
Yes, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is effective at forming clear solutions with vitamins and alpha-bisabolol, along with essential and fragrance oils.
Does PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil have any specific sensory characteristics?
Yes, when in aqueous solution, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil has a very faint characteristic odor and taste, which might be desirable in certain formulations.
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