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Polyethylene glycol monolaurate

CAS Number
9004-81-3
EC Number
618-396-4
Chemical Formula
(C2H4O)nC12H24O2
Molecular Weight
244.37 g/mol

Description

Polyethylene glycol monolaurate is a nonionic ester surfactant produced by esterifying polyethylene glycol with lauric acid. It functions as an emulsifier, dispersant, and foam control agent across food, personal care, and industrial manufacturing applications. Identified by CAS 9004-81-3 , this versatile chemical acts as an emulsifier in baked goods, shortenings, and dairy-based formulations. It is essential where stable fat-in-water dispersion is required for high-quality food processing. Personal care formulators use it to build stable emulsions in lotions, creams, and hair conditioners. Its humectant character supports moisture retention in leave-on products, making it a staple in cosmetic science and dermatology. Textile and leather processing operations employ it as a lubricant and dispersing agent during fiber treatment and dyeing. This improves process uniformity and ensures consistent quality across large-scale industrial manufacturing runs. In coatings and adhesive systems, it functions as a defoamer and rheology modifier. This helps control viscosity and surface behavior during application, ensuring that industrial coatings adhere correctly to various substrates. The product is supplied as a liquid or low-melting waxy solid, depending on the molecular weight of the PEG chain. It is available in food-grade and technical-grade specifications to meet diverse regulatory needs. PEG chain lengths typically range from PEG-2 to PEG-20 variants to suit different HLB requirements. Drum and IBC quantities are standard for industrial supply, ensuring efficient logistics for global B2B chemical procurement. Contact us for supply of Polyethylene glycol monolaurate Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

RefChem:866379 | 2-Hydroxyethyl laurate | 2-hydroxyethyl dodecanoate | Ethylene glycol monolaurate | Dodecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyethyl ester | GL702C7T0M | Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-(1-oxododecyl)-ω-hydroxy-

Key Technical Features

  • High Purity Grade standard
  • Consistent Batch Quality
  • Full Regulatory & REACH Support
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Physical Properties

Boiling Point>260°C
Density1.00 g/mL at 20 °C
Flash Point>110°C
AppearanceLiquid
Water Solubilitytoluene, ethanol and acetone: soluble (dispersible in water)
Refractive Indexn 20/D 1.346
Log P4.572 (est)

Safety & Handling

Warning
GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P319Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P330Rinse mouth.
P405Store locked up.
P501Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
P265Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P352IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P340IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help.
P364Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

Storage Class10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany)2