Polyethylene glycol 12-hydroxystearate

CAS: 61909-81-7

Ref. 3D-LCA90981

Product Information

• Name: Polyethylene glycol 12-hydroxystearate
• Brand: Biosynth

Description

Polyethylene glycol 12-hydroxystearate is a non-ionic surfactant derived from the esterification of 12-hydroxystearic acid, typically sourced from castor oil, with polyethylene glycol. This compound exhibits amphiphilic properties, allowing it to reduce surface and interfacial tension between different phases. Its mode of action primarily involves facilitating the formation of stable emulsions by reducing the energy required to disperse one phase uniformly within another.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 344.5 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₀H₄₀O₄
• Purity: Min. 95%