POLYOX™ WSR 301 LEO NF Grade - Specialty

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POLYOX™ WSR 301 LEO NF Grade - Specialty characterized by its off-white color, serves as a binder and thickener in cosmetic formulations. It is available in powder form and exhibits water solubility. Its versatility extends to various dosage forms including abuse deterrent tablets & capsules, gels, and osmotic pump tablets.

INCI Name: PEG-90M

Chemical Name: Polyethylene Oxide

Chemical Family: Cellulose & Cellulosics, Cellulose Ethers, Ethylene Oxide Copolymers

Ingredient Origin: Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin, Synthetic

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Cellulose Ethers,
Ethylene Oxide Copolymers
Chemical Name
Polyethylene Oxide
Country of Origin
United States of America (USA)
INCI Name
PEG-90M
Ingredient Origin
Non-Animal Origin,
Plant Origin,
Synthetic
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Binder,
Thickener
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Binder,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Industrial Additives Functions
Binder,
Thickener
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Controlled Release Agent
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Binder,
Film Former,
Flocculant,
Green Strength Enhancer,
Lubricant (Internal),
Processing Aid,
Resin,
Rheology Modifier
Technologies
Cleaning Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients,
Industrial Additives & Materials,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals,
Plastics
Product Families
Plastics — Basic Thermoplastics
Other Basic Thermoplastics
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Modified & Controlled Release
Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Performance Additives,
Rheology Modifiers
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Rheology Modifiers,
Texturizers & Fillers
Industrial Additives & Materials — Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals
Oilfield & Transport Chemicals
Industrial Additives & Materials — Paper & Pulp Chemicals
Finishing Additives & Treatments
Plastics — Polymer Additives
Processing Aids,
Rheology Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Materials Features
Crosslinkable,
Drag Reduction,
Excellent Formability,
Excellent Thermoplasticity,
Excellent Water Retention,
Good Thickening Properties,
Good Wet Adhesion Strength,
High Binding Power,
Low Moisture Absorption,
Low Toxicity,
Non-Ionic,
Viscoelastic,
Water Soluble

Applications & Uses

Markets
Automotive & Transportation,
Building & Construction,
HI&I Care,
Healthcare & Pharma,
Personal Care,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Building & Construction — Building Materials
Other Building Materials
Automotive & Transportation — Coatings & Finishes
Marine Coatings
Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
HI&I Care — Home Care
Other Home Care Applications
Printing & Packaging — Packaging
Other Packaging Materials
Personal Care — Packaging & Accessories
Applicators & Accessories
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
Marine
Segments
Home and Personal Care
Applications
Home and Personal Care — Beauty care
Home and Personal Care — Home care
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA),
Polycaprolactone (PCL),
Polyethylenes (PE),
Polypropylenes (PP),
Polystyrenes (PS),
Polyurethanes (PU),
Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA),
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH)
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Blow Molding,
Blown Film Extrusion,
Cast Film Extrusion,
Casting,
Compression Molding,
Extrusion,
Film Extrusion,
Injection Blow Molding,
Injection Molding,
Single Screw Extrusion

Properties

Color (Properties)
Off White,
White
Physical Form
Powder
Soluble In
Propylene Glycol Soluble,
Water Soluble
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 1% aqueous solution)8.0 - 10.0-PSM 102175
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Identification (A,B)*Pass-Current USP/EP/JP
Process Parameter 1min. 0.7-DWC-PX-1
Process Parameter 2 (Report)min. 0.0-DWC- PX-3
Loss on Drying0.0 - 1.0%PSM 102188
Residue on Ignition0.0 - 2.0%Current NF
Viscosity (at 1% aqueous solution, Brookfield)1,650 - 5,500mPa.sPSM 101962
Alkaline Earth Metals0.0 - 1.0%PSM 102225
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Silicon Dioxide Conent0.8 - 3.0%PSM 101992
Butylated Hydroxytoluene Content100 - 1,000mg/KgPSM 102192
Free Ethylene Oxide0 - 1mg/KgPSM 102104
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Heavy Metalsmax. 10ppm(as sum of Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury, Lead, Chromium (VI), Tin, Manganese and Nickel)
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Screen (<74 micron, through 200 mesh)0 - 40%PSM 102261
Screen (<149 micron, through 100 mesh)35 - 75%PSM 102261
Screen (<840 micron, through 20 mesh)96 - 100%PSM 102261
Screen (<2000 micron, through 10 mesh)min. 100%PSM 102261
Note
  • Alkaline earth metals as CaO.
  • Volatiles - 45 min at 105°C.
  • Residue on ignition = non-silicon dioxide.
  • Viscosity - Brookfield RVF, spindle 2, speed 2 rpm, 25°C.
  • *[AB]
  • PHS - All section names come under PHS

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance Search Terms
National Formulary (NF)
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
EINECS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
ISHL (Japan),
KECI (Korea),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TSCA (USA)
Quality Standards
EN ISO 9001:2015,
GMP

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Boxes,
Drums