Basic Product Information
Product name: PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
CAS No.: 61788-85-0Synonym: Polyoxyl 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, RH‑40, Ethoxylated Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Appearance Pale‑yellow paste / viscous liquid
Odor Almost odorless
Chem‑physical Properties
HLB value ~15.0
Congealing temperature 16‑26 ℃
Solubility Soluble in water, ethanol; insoluble in mineral oil
pH (3% aqueous solution) 5.0‑7.0Saponification value 45‑69 mg KOH/g
Quality Specification
| Test Item | Cosmetic / USP‑relevant Grade |
|---|---|
| Acid value (mg KOH/g) ≤ | 0.8 |
| Hydroxyl value | 50‑60 mg KOH/g |
| Moisture (%) ≤ | 2.0 |
| Heavy metals (Pb) ≤ | 10 ppm |
Application & Use
Cosmetic: Non‑ionic solubilizer & emulsifier for perfume, essential oil, lotion, shampoo.
Pharmaceutical: Solubilizing excipient for oral & topical preparations, meets USP‑related requirements.
Industrial: Solubilizer for household cleaning formulations.
Packing
200 kg iron drum; IBC tank available.
Storage & Transportation
‑ Store in cool, dry, ventilated warehouse, keep sealed, avoid high temperature.
‑ General chemical goods for transportation, keep away from strong oxidants.
- Disclaimer: This data is for reference only, not binding specification.




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