PEG-3 isostearate

PEG-3 Isostearate (CAS 56002-14-3), also referred to as Polyethylene Glycol Monoisostearate, is a low-ethoxylation ester of isostearic acid used as a nonionic emulsifier and wetting agent.

Where is PEG-3 isostearate used?

• Personal care: emulsifier and moisturizing co-emulsifier in creams, lotions and conditioning products
• Textile processing: fiber lubricant and wetting agent improving dye penetration
• Coatings and adhesives: dispersant and surface modifier aiding pigment wetting and substrate adhesion
• Leather treatment: improves fat liquoring distribution
• Its short PEG chain suits oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsion systems.

Commercial specifications

• Cosmetic-grade material meeting standard industry purity requirements is the most common commercial form
• Bulk drums and intermediate bulk containers suited to industrial procurement volumes