CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF Low Aldehyde, Macrogol 400 Ph. Eur.

What is CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF Low Aldehyde, Macrogol 400 Ph. Eur.?

It is a water-soluble linear polymer with an average molecular weight of 400 g/mol. It is a clear, viscous liquid that is easy to handle and ideal for formulations requiring moisture retention, smooth texture, or enhanced solubility. Its terminal hydroxyl groups allow for chemical modification, making it a versatile intermediate in synthesis. Whether developing topical creams, oral solutions, or chemical intermediates, CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) 400 delivers consistent performance and reliability. INCI Name: PEG-8. Country of Origin: United States of America.

Uses

Pharmaceuticals excipients
Indirect food additives / food contact
Cosmetic ingredients
Personal care ingredients
Chemical intermediates

Benefits

Excellent Solubilizer – Enhances solubility of poorly water-soluble APIs, improving bioavailability.
Versatile Excipient – Acts as a solvent, plasticizer, humectant, and carrier across oral and topical formulations.
High Compatibility – Works well with a wide range of APIs and excipients, supporting flexible formulation design.
Low Volatility – Offers formulation stability due to its low vapor pressure and thermal stability.
Proven Safety – Safe for pharmaceutical use with a well-established safety profile.
Moisture Retention – Functions as a humectant in topical products, helping maintain hydration and product integrity.
Biodegradability – Readily biodegradable based on testing with OECD 301D.

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CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycols

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Properties

Certifications & Standards
Food Contact Clearance (FDA 21 CFR)	Food Contact, Indirect Food Additive
Monograph Compliance	NF, Ph.Eur., USP

Sustainability & Safety
Biodegradation	Readily

Typical Properties
Form	Liquid
Melting or Freezing Range	4 - 8 °C
Molecular Weight	380 - 420 g/mol
Viscosity (100°C)	6.8 - 8.0 cSt

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CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF Low Aldehyde, Macrogol 400 Ph. Eur.

What is CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF Low Aldehyde, Macrogol 400 Ph. Eur.?

Uses

Benefits

CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycols

Properties

Certifications & Standards

Sustainability & Safety

Typical Properties

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CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF Low Aldehyde, Macrogol 400 Ph. Eur.

What is CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF Low Aldehyde, Macrogol 400 Ph. Eur.?

Uses

Benefits

CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ Polyethylene Glycols

Properties

Certifications & Standards

Sustainability & Safety

Typical Properties

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