High-Quality Polyethylene Glycol Peg-400 Supplier & Exporters

Pioneering high-purity chemical solutions & stable global supply chains for advanced pharmaceutical, personal care, and industrial processing requirements.

Technical Deep Dive: Polyethylene Glycol PEG-400 Solutions

Polyethylene Glycol 400 (PEG-400) is a low-molecular-weight condensation polymer of ethylene oxide and water, represented by the chemical formula H(OCH₂CH₂)nOH, where n values average around 8.2 to 9.1. Renowned for its low toxicity, high water solubility, and exceptional hygroscopic properties, PEG-400 is an essential raw ingredient utilized widely in pharmaceutical formulations, chemical syntheses, cosmetics, and advanced industrial processes. As a reliable manufacturing exporter, we adhere strictly to international standards, providing chemical grades that guarantee stability, purity, and safety across all application vectors.

Key Chemical Properties of PEG-400

Parameters Specifications
CAS Registry Number 25322-68-3
Molecular Weight 380 – 420 g/mol
Hydroxyl Value 264 – 300 mg KOH/g
Appearance (25°C) Clear, colorless viscous liquid
Water Solubility Completely miscible in water
pH Value (5% water soln) 5.0 – 7.0

The Role of PEG-400 in Modern Industrial Applications

The versatility of PEG-400 stems from its balanced hydrophobic-lipophilic properties, allowing it to dissolve in many organic solvents such as alcohols, esters, and ketones, while remaining highly soluble in water. In personal care formulations, it acts as a non-volatile moisturizing base, ensuring that skin care lotions, hair creams, and oral hygiene products retain their moisture profiles even under variable environmental conditions. Furthermore, in industrial contexts, PEG-400 serves as a powerful lubricating agent, binder, and non-ionic surfactant intermediate, demonstrating superior thermal stability and compatibility with other chemical agents.

Advantages of China-Based Chemical Manufacturing and Factories

China has solidified its position as a global leader in chemical production, particularly for ethylene oxide derivatives like Polyethylene Glycol. Our factories leverage several unique structural advantages:

  • Upstream Supply Chain Integration: Continuous access to localized high-purity ethylene oxide feedstocks guarantees consistent manufacturing queues, shielding global buyers from price volatility.
  • Advanced Refining Technology: Utilization of automated multi-stage distillation plants ensures low impurity profiles, maintaining strictly controlled levels of 1,4-dioxane and ethylene glycol/diethylene glycol impurities in line with USP/EP standards.
  • Economies of Scale: High-capacity continuous reactors lower the marginal cost of production, passing direct savings to industrial and cosmetic formulators worldwide.
  • Comprehensive Testing Infrastructure: In-house testing utilizing Gas Chromatography (GC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and Karl Fischer titration guarantees that every batch conforms to custom Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifications.

Macro Solutions for Global Procurement

Global procurement networks require more than raw chemicals; they demand risk-mitigating supply solutions. We offer customized packaging options ranging from 200kg steel drums to 1000kg IBC totes and bulk flexitanks. Our logistical framework in Suzhou ensures immediate access to major shipping ports (such as Shanghai and Ningbo), enabling fast transit times and optimized freight costs. By offering comprehensive regulatory paperwork (including REACH compliance, safety data sheets, and custom declaration documents), we guarantee smooth customs processing and hassle-free domestic delivery for international enterprises.

Suzhou Yuantairun Chemical Co., Ltd.

As a premier supplier in the daily chemical raw materials space, we provide integrated chemical solutions supporting international partners from research and development up to full-scale commercial manufacturing.

Founded: 2010

Partners: 7000+ globally

Services: OEM & ODM, Custom Synthesis

Supply Capacity: High-purity multi-grade PEG products

Why Partner With Us?

We assure you that all our functional daily chemical raw materials and industrial intermediates originate from well-managed, sustainable, and strictly auditable manufacturing resources.

2010
Established Year
7000+
Global Partners
100%
REACH Approved
USP/EP
Grade Conformity

Industrial Value Proposition

Developing sustainable, high-efficiency chemical supply chains built on precision engineering, quality management, and responsive logistics.

One-stop Services

Providing a rich portfolio of daily chemical surfactants, preservatives, thickeners, and customized mixtures tailored to client formulation goals.

R&D and Lab

Equipped with advanced synthesis and analytic testing capabilities to offer professional OEM and ODM manufacturing partnerships.

Moderate Price

Optimized process flows and scale manufacturing guarantee that our materials remain superior in quality and reasonable in price.

Just-in-time Delivery

A resilient warehousing strategy ensures raw materials and finished products are delivered exactly when needed in the manufacturing cycle.

YuantaiRun About Us

As a leading supplier in the daily chemical raw materials industry, Suzhou Yuantairun Chemical Co., Ltd. is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and comprehensive one-stop services to support our customers in R&D, production, and supply chain optimization. Our mission is to drive innovation and efficiency in the global daily chemical industry by providing cutting-edge solutions tailored to our clients' needs.

2010
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Cooperative Partners
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Targeted Industry Applications

Discover how our raw chemicals and customizable mixtures solve processing, stability, and sensory challenges across industrial, home, and personal care formulations.

Washing Powder formulation Home Care

High-Efficiency Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent Development

Formulated with SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) and AOS (Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonate) as core surfactants for superior soil removal and dense foam structure. Enhanced with viscosity builders like CMEA (Cocamide MEA) for steady hand-feel.

Main Advantages: Highly biodegradable formulation, low skin irritation indexes, exceptional performance in both cold and hard water cycles.
Facial Cleanser formulation Personal Care

Gentle Amino Acid Facial Cleanser

Features Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate (YG02-95) and Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (LS-100N) to offer deep yet exceptionally mild cleansing action suitable for sensitive or barrier-compromised skin types.

Main Advantages: Natural amino-acid surfactants, rich luxurious micro-foam, certified by ECOCERT for natural cosmetic standards.
Softener formulation Textile Care

Concentrated Fabric Softener Production

Utilizes high-active cationic surfactants such as Cetrimonium Chloride (1631 70) to neutralize surface charges on fabrics, providing excellent softness and anti-static characteristics.

Main Advantages: Highly stable emulsion structure, compatible with cold-water washing cycles, reduces overall transport costs through concentrated logistics.
Shower Gel formulation Body Care

High-Foaming Shower Gel Formulation

Synergizes amphoteric CAB-35 (Cocamidopropyl Betaine) with non-ionic APG1214 (Lauryl Glucoside) to construct a mild, high-foaming skin cleanser that rinses cleanly without leaving residues.

Main Advantages: Sulfate-free formulations, maintains skin lipids, structured with Xanthan Gum for optimal shear-thinning flow characteristics.
Degreaser formulation Industrial

Industrial Heavy-Duty Degreaser

Leverages the synergy of LAS (Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate) and solvent EGDS (Glycol Distearate) to penetrate and disperse heavy machinery grease, hydrocarbons, and aged oil soils.

Main Advantages: Accelerated grease breakdown, easily formulated into highly concentrated dilutable bases, compliant with municipal wastewater parameters.

Customized Chemical Solutions

Tailored manufacturing programs designed to match packaging, fragrance, cost targets, and application scenarios for retail and institutional markets.

Shampoo & shower gel Customized service
Personal Care

Shampoo & Shower Gel customization

Designed and custom-blended for target channels, including luxury hotels, salon brands, and high-volume retail. Available in varying active concentration levels, scent choices, and primary packaging sizes.

Laundry Detergent customization
Home Care

Laundry Detergent Solutions

Tailorable surfactant systems featuring enzymes, optical brighteners, and long-lasting fragrances. Formulated to meet regional eco-regulations and packaging specifications (including PCR plastic compliance).

Hand washing solutions
Sanitation

Hand Washing Solutions

Antibacterial and moisturizing hand wash liquids optimized for public dispensers in shopping centers, food service establishments, and medical clinics. Features skin-soothing skin conditioning ingredients.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Essential technical and logistical answers regarding Polyethylene Glycol PEG-400 sourcing and application.

What is the standard chemical grade of your PEG-400, and is it suitable for pharmaceuticals?

We supply cosmetic grade, industrial grade, and medical/pharmaceutical grade Polyethylene Glycol 400 (PEG-400). Our medical grade PEG-400 complies strictly with international pharmacopoeias such as USP, NF, and EP, featuring extremely low concentrations of residual ethylene oxide, diethylene glycol (DEG), and 1,4-dioxane.

How does PEG-400 perform as a humectant compared to glycerin?

While both are highly hydrophilic, PEG-400 provides a less sticky, more velvety finish in skin creams and gels compared to high concentrations of glycerin. Additionally, PEG-400 functions as an excellent solvent and carrier for poorly water-soluble active ingredients, enhancing their bioavailability and absorption in topical applications.

What documentation do you provide for international custom clearance?

For every shipment, we issue a comprehensive batch Certificate of Analysis (COA), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS regulations, and commercial packing lists. We are also fully prepared to assist with REACH registration documentation for EU importers.

What are the recommended storage conditions to ensure the shelf life of PEG-400?

Because PEG-400 is hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air), it must be stored in tightly sealed containers. We recommend keeping it in dry, cool, well-ventilated warehouses away from strong oxidizing agents. Properly stored in original packaging, it retains its chemical properties for up to 24 months from the production date.

What packaging options are available for bulk container shipments?

We supply PEG-400 in 200 kg net weight plastic or iron drums, 1000 kg IBC tanks, and bulk flexitanks for maximum transport cost efficiency. Custom packaging labels detailing batch number, gross weight, and chemical classification are applied according to purchaser standards.