Glycols, polyethylene, monooleate
Synonyms
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-((9Z)-1-oxo-9-octadecen-1-yl)-omega-hydroxy-;
PEG Oleate;
Polyethylene glycol oleate;
Polyoxyethylene monoleate;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 9004-96-0
EINECS: N/A
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: (C2H4O)n.C18H34O2
Molecular Weight: N/A
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid to solid.
Solubility slightly soluble in water to soluble in water. The solubility increases with the increase of EO number.
Stability stable. Easily oxidized. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed.
Risk Solid (or liquid) form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
mouse oral LD50 |
> 25000mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intravenous LD50 |
500mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intravenous LD50 |
1080mg/kg[1] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent emulsifying, dispersing, solubilizing, lubricating abilities. Performance is related to EO number.
Note (1), The by-product 1,4-dioxane is a possible carcinogen. Generally, can be acceptable when concentration of 1,4-dioxane is less than 30ppm or less.
(2), Be careful with using in children's products.
Synthesis
Obtained that oleic acid reacts with ethylene epoxide.
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Solid/paste/liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid/paste/liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), Chinese standards
(1a), HG/T 4998 Oleic acid polyethoxylated ether
4, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as emulsifying agent, dispersing agent.
Use as solubilizing agent.
Use as lubricant.
2, Personal care products
Emulsifying agent in personal care products.
3, Textile
Use as chemical fiber oil.
Product members
PEG-2 Oleate (CAS: 106-12-7; EINECS: 203-364-0);
PEG-3 Oleate (CAS: 10233-14-4; EINECS: 233-561-7);
PEG-4 Oleate (CAS: 10108-25-5; EINECS: 233-293-0);
PEG-5 Oleate;
PEG-6 Oleate;
PEG-7 Oleate;
PEG-8 Oleate;
PEG-9 Oleate;
PEG-10 Oleate;
PEG-11 Oleate;
PEG-12 Oleate;
PEG-14 Oleate;
PEG-15 Oleate;
PEG-16 Oleate;
PEG-20 Oleate;
PEG-32 Oleate;
PEG-75 Oleate;
PEG-150 Oleate;
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 9004-96-0, Polyoxyethylene monoleate
Update: 20130930(1); 20191201(2);