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PEG-100 Stearate

CAS 9004-99-3 · Formula C20H40O3 · MW 328.5 g/mol

A hydrophilic PEG stearate emulsifier that pairs with lipophilic co-emulsifiers to stabilize oil-in-water creams and lotions. It is used as an oil-in-water emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer in personal-care creams, lotions and related formulations.

Safety Data Sheet
HS Code
3402.42
At a Glance
Material Family
Surfactants - Nonionic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing · Surfactancy
Functional Roles
Cleaning / Degreasing Surfactancy Emolliency Conditioning
INCI Name
PEG-90 STEARATE
CosIng Functions
SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care HI&I Cleaning
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ O/W emulsifier: Stabilizes oil-in-water creams and lotions.
  • ▸ Co-emulsifier: Provides the hydrophilic partner in emulsifier pairs.
  • ▸ Emulsion stabilizer: Improves emulsion stability and texture.
Physical Properties
Physical Description
Pellets or Large Crystals, Liquid; Liquid
Appearance
CREAM-COLORED SOFT, WAXY OR PASTY SOLID @ 25 °C
Odor
FAINT FATTY ODOR
Taste
SLIGHTLY BITTER, FATTY TASTE
Melting Point
MP: 30-34 °C /POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 MONOSTEARATE USP XVI/
Flash Point
MYRJ 45: 260 °C OC
Solubility
SOL IN CARBON TETRACHLORIDE, PETROLEUM BENZIN, CHLOROFORM, ETHER; SLIGHTLY SOL IN ALCOHOL; INSOL IN WATER /POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 MONOSTEARATE USP XVI/
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
3402 . 42
Chapter 34
Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing and lubricating preparations, waxes
Heading 34.02
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 3402.42
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
9004-99-3
Molecular Formula
C20H40O3
Molecular Weight
328.5 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2-hydroxyethyl octadecanoate
INCI Name
PEG-90 STEARATE
PubChem CID
24762
InChI Key
RFVNOJDQRGSOEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Ethylene glycol monostearate Glycol stearate 2-Hydroxyethyl octadecanoate Monthybase Monthyle Parastarin Ivorit Sedetol Glycol monostearate Prodhybase ethyl Prodhybas N Clindrol SEG Emerest 2350 Ethylene glycol stearate Lipo EGMS Empilan 2848 OCTADECANOIC ACID, 2-HYDROXYETHYL ESTER USAF KE-11 STEARIC ACID, 2-HYDROXYETHYL ESTER Stearic acid, monoester with ethylene glycol
Full Description

PEG-100 Stearate (CAS 9004-99-3) is a nonionic surfactant, the polyethylene glycol (100 EO) monoester of stearic acid. It is used as an oil-in-water emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer in personal-care creams, lotions and related formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PEG-100 stearate?

PEG-100 Stearate (CAS 9004-99-3) is a nonionic surfactant — the polyethylene glycol (100 EO) monoester of stearic acid. It functions as an oil-in-water emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer in creams, lotions and related formulations.

What is PEG-100 stearate made from?

It is produced by esterifying stearic acid (a C18 fatty acid) with polyethylene glycol of about 100 ethylene-oxide units. The result is a hydrophilic nonionic emulsifier commonly paired with a co-emulsifier such as glyceryl stearate.

Is PEG-100 stearate water soluble?

The high ethylene-oxide content (100 EO) makes PEG-100 Stearate strongly hydrophilic, so it disperses and solubilizes well in water and serves as the hydrophilic partner in O/W emulsifier pairs. Exact solubility behavior depends on the formulation; consult the technical data sheet.

How is bulk PEG-100 stearate supplied?

RawSource supplies PEG-100 Stearate (CAS 9004-99-3) in bulk industrial packaging such as drums and totes. CoA and SDS are provided per lot; contact RawSource with your volume and destination for available pack sizes.

What is the cost of bulk PEG-100 stearate?

Bulk pricing varies with volume, packaging and destination. Request a quote from RawSource with your target quantity and ship-to location for current landed pricing.

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