Polyethylene Glycol
Form :
Liquid
Molecular Weight :
400 G/mol
Molecular Formula :
H(OCH2CH2)NOH
Boiling Point :
230 °c
Melting Point :
-20 °c
Flash Point :
230 °c
Solubility :
Soluble In Water (miscible); Soluble In Polar Solvents
Description :
Polyethylene Glycol Supplier and Exporter for the USA
ChemicalBull supplies Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) for pharmaceutical, healthcare, personal care, and specialty formulation applications across the USA. Polyethylene Glycol is a water-soluble polymer available in different molecular weight grades, including PEG 200, PEG 400, PEG 600, PEG 1000, PEG 3350, PEG 4000, PEG 6000, and PEG 8000.
In pharmaceutical applications, Polyethylene Glycol is used as an excipient, solvent, vehicle, plasticizer, and formulation component depending on its molecular weight and applicable grade. Lower molecular weight PEG grades are generally liquid, while higher molecular weight grades are available as semi-solid, waxy, or solid materials.
ChemicalBull supports bulk supply requirements for Polyethylene Glycol for pharmaceutical manufacturers, formulation companies, healthcare-product manufacturers, distributors, and industrial buyers in the USA.
Applications of Polyethylene Glycol
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Polyethylene Glycol is widely used as a pharmaceutical excipient in different dosage forms. Specific PEG grades can function as solvents, vehicles, bases, plasticizers, or formulation aids depending on the pharmaceutical formulation.
Ointments and Topical Preparations
PEG grades are used in selected ointments, creams, gels, and topical preparations. Higher molecular weight PEGs can be combined with lower molecular weight grades to achieve the desired consistency and formulation characteristics.
Oral and Liquid Formulations
Lower molecular weight Polyethylene Glycol grades can be used as solvents or vehicles in suitable pharmaceutical and healthcare formulations.
Laxative and Bowel-Preparation Products
Certain pharmaceutical-grade PEG products, particularly PEG 3350, are used in oral osmotic laxative and bowel-preparation formulations.
Tablet and Solid Dosage Formulations
Higher molecular weight PEG grades can be used as excipients and processing aids in selected tablet and solid dosage formulations.
Capsules and Suppositories
Polyethylene Glycol can be used in suitable capsule, suppository, and other dosage-form applications where its water solubility and physical properties are beneficial.
Personal Care and Healthcare Products
Selected PEG grades are also used in creams, lotions, gels, and other healthcare or personal care formulations as formulation components and solubilizing agents.
Polyethylene Glycol Supplier and Distributor in the USA
ChemicalBull supplies Polyethylene Glycol for pharmaceutical and healthcare applications in the USA. Different molecular weight grades can serve different formulation requirements, so buyers can specify the required PEG grade, molecular weight, purity, and applicable pharmaceutical standard when making an enquiry.
ChemicalBull supports supply requirements for pharmaceutical manufacturers, formulation companies, distributors, and other qualified buyers.
Bulk Product Supply
Bulk Polyethylene Glycol supply can support applications including:
- Pharmaceutical formulations
- Ointments and topical preparations
- Oral formulations
- Laxative formulations
- Tablet and capsule manufacturing
- Suppositories
- Healthcare products
- Personal care formulations
ChemicalBull supports product sourcing, documentation, packaging requirements, and bulk chemical supply for customers in the USA.
Why Buy Polyethylene Glycol from ChemicalBull?
ChemicalBull supports the sourcing and supply of Polyethylene Glycol for pharmaceutical and healthcare applications, with product options based on molecular weight and required specifications.
Buyer Advantages:
- Bulk supply for pharmaceutical requirements
- Multiple PEG molecular weight options
- Suitable grades for different formulation applications
- Product documentation support
- Packaging options based on requirement
- Supply support for pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors
- Export-oriented chemical supply capabilities
Frequently Asked Questions About Polyethylene Glycol
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What is Polyethylene Glycol used for in pharmaceuticals?
Polyethylene Glycol can be used as an excipient, solvent, vehicle, plasticizer, formulation aid, or base depending on its molecular weight and pharmaceutical application. -
What are the common pharmaceutical grades of Polyethylene Glycol?
Commonly used PEG grades include PEG 200, PEG 400, PEG 600, PEG 1000, PEG 3350, PEG 4000, PEG 6000, and PEG 8000. The appropriate grade depends on the intended formulation and applicable specification. -
Is PEG 400 used in pharmaceutical formulations?
Yes. PEG 400 is a low-molecular-weight liquid PEG commonly used as a solvent, vehicle, plasticizer, and formulation component in suitable pharmaceutical applications. -
What is PEG 3350 used for?
PEG 3350 is used in certain pharmaceutical oral formulations, including osmotic laxative and bowel-preparation products. -
Can Polyethylene Glycol be supplied in bulk in the USA?
Yes. ChemicalBull supports bulk supply of Polyethylene Glycol for pharmaceutical manufacturers, healthcare-product manufacturers, distributors, and other qualified buyers in the USA.