High-Purity Polyethylene Glycol 4000: Your Go-To Excipient for Pharmaceutical and Industrial Applications
Discover the versatile uses of PEG 4000, a key ingredient in pharma, cosmetics, and industry.
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Polyethylene Glycol 4000
Polyethylene Glycol 4000 is a high-purity polyether compound renowned for its excellent lubricating properties, making it ideal for skin applications in the medical field. It serves as a crucial pharmaceutical excipient and a versatile ingredient in various formulations, offering low toxicity and exceptional performance.
- Leverage PEG 4000 as a binder for tablets, enhancing drug release and tablet surface smoothness for pharmaceutical manufacturers.
- Explore the benefits of using PEG 4000 as a non-toxic polyethylene glycol for various applications, ensuring safety and efficacy.
- Incorporate PEG 4000 into laxative formulations, utilizing its well-established properties for gastrointestinal relief.
- Source high-purity USP EP grade polyethylene glycol to meet stringent quality standards in your pharmaceutical production.
Key Advantages
Exceptional Purity and Compliance
Ensuring >99% purity, our Polyethylene Glycol 4000 adheres to USP and EP standards, providing reliability for your critical applications.
Enhanced Lubricity and Skin-Friendliness
The inherent lubricating properties make PEG 4000 highly suitable for topical and medical uses, offering a gentle and effective solution.
Versatile Formulation Capabilities
From tablet binders to ointment bases, PEG 4000 acts as a versatile excipient, enhancing product performance and stability.
Key Applications
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Used as a binder, lubricant, and excipient in tablet and capsule production, contributing to optimal drug delivery and stability.
Medical and Personal Care
Its skin-friendly and lubricating properties make it ideal for ointments, creams, and personal lubricants.
Industrial Processes
Functions as a solvent, plasticizer, and component in various industrial formulations, enhancing product characteristics.
Laxative Formulations
A key ingredient in over-the-counter laxatives, providing effective osmotic action for bowel preparation and relief.