Product Description of ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOSTEARATE CAS#111-60-4
Polyoxyl 40 stearate is an ester derived from octadecanoate, containing 8 to 40 ethylene oxide units. It is widely used in the cosmetics and beauty industry, primarily as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier. Its key function is stabilizing emulsions in creams, lotions, and other personal care products. As both a surfactant and emulsifier, it is also applied in the food industry to promote even ingredient dispersion. Structurally classified as a hydroxypolyether, it demonstrates versatile roles in cosmetic formulations and industrial applications.
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Chemical Properties of ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOSTEARATE CAS#111-60-4
| Melting point | 55-60 °C |
| Boiling point | 149 °C |
| density | 0.8780 |
| refractive index | 1.4310 (estimate) |
| Fp | 425 |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly, Heated) |
| pka | 13.90±0.10(Predicted) |
| form | Flakes |
| color | White to pale yellow |
| Odor | at 100.00?%. mild waxy |
| Stability: | Stable under normal conditions., Stable Under Normal Conditions. |
| LogP | 7.629 (est) |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 111-60-4(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Ethylene glycol monostearate (111-60-4) |
Safety Information
| azard Codes | T |
| Risk Statements | 60-22-36/37/38-63 |
| Safety Statements | 24/25-45-36/37/39-28-27-26-53 |
| RTECS | WI4100000 |
| TSCA | TSCA listed |
| HS Code | 29189900 |
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Product Application of ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOSTEARATE CAS#111-60-4
Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (CAS 111-60-4) is widely used as a pearling agent and opacifier in shampoos, body washes, and liquid soaps, imparting a creamy, pearl-like appearance. It also acts as a nonionic emulsifier and thickener in creams, lotions, and other personal care products, improving texture and stability. Additionally, it serves as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, and finds use in industrial applications as a lubricant and anti-static agent.
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