Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxooctadecyl)oxy]- (32 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C19H40O4
Mol. Weight
332.50
CAS #
9005-08-7
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Stearic acid has been used in traditional soap-making for centuries; this PEG-modified version was developed in the mid-20th century to create a more stable, water-soluble emulsifier for cosmetic formulations.