Appearance
White solid
Function
Is an ester formed by the reaction of high purity stearic acid and PEG 400. PEG 400 MS is an emulsifier for oil-in-water emulsions and an auxiliary emulsifier for water-in-oil emulsions. In shampoos it is a hair conditioner and foam builder and known to improve cleansing action by preventing the redeposition of grease and dirt on the hair by a protective colloid effect. It is also used in formulations of ointments, creams, lotions and suspensions.
Synonyms
PEG 400 Monostearate; Unipeg 400M, JEEN T/N: Jeemate 400-DPS; PEG-8 Stearate; Polyglycol monostearate
Storage
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Packages
- 100 ml. HDPE Bottle
- 39 lb. Open HD Pail
- 40 lb. Open HD Pail
- 450 lb. Steel Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Cosmetics
Product Class
- Surfactants
- emollient & esters
- foam & viscosity boosters
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC48580 S 3 CL55
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 257øC (494.6øF)
- Melting Point: 30øC (86øF)
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 89.11 g/mol