Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98%

Name: Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008934

About Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98%

Polyethylene glycol monostearate (CAS 9004-99-3) is an ester offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 98%. With the molecular formula C20H40O3, it has a molar mass of 328.5 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxyethyl octadecanoate. Common synonyms include Polyoxyethylene stearate and POES.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 53 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for surfactants and detergency and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Polyethylene glycol monostearate in 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Surfactants & detergency
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008934
CAS Number	9004-99-3
IUPAC name	2-hydroxyethyl octadecanoate
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₄₀O₃
Molecular weight	328.5 g/mol
Exact mass	328.2977
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	RFVNOJDQRGSOEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCO
PubChem CID	24762

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	53 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	7.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	Polyoxyethylene stearate, POES, Ethylene glycol monostearate, Glycol stearate, Parastarin, Sedetol, Glycol monostearate, Prodhybase ethyl, Prodhybas N, Clindrol SEG, Emerest 2350, Ethylene glycol stearate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98% is 9004-99-3. It is also known as Polyoxyethylene stearate, POES, Ethylene glycol monostearate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98%?

Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98% has the molecular formula C20H40O3 and a molecular weight of 328.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyethyl octadecanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98% can I order?

We supply Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Polyethylene glycol monostearate, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.