Methyl gluceth

Methyl gluceth (CAS 69708-57-2) is a glucose-derived polyol ether used in personal care and cosmetic formulations. Also marketed as Macbiobride MG 10E.

Where is Methyl gluceth used?

• Skin and hair care: humectant that attracts and retains moisture while improving skin feel
• Emulsion-based products such as lotions, creams and conditioners: emulsifier that stabilizes oil-water systems without heavy emulsifier loads
• Rinse-off and leave-on formulations: solvent carrier that aids in solubilizing active ingredients and fragrance components
• Home care and industrial cleaning: contributes to surfactant system compatibility and maintains solution stability across varying pH ranges
• It functions simultaneously as a humectant, emulsifier, and solvent carrier.

Commercial specifications

• Packaging in drums and intermediate bulk containers