Polyethylene glycol PEG 1500 20 g

PEG 1500 as a structural polymer ingredient for viscosity control solubility enhancement and industrial formulation stability

PEG 1500 is a synthetic polymer raw material with an average molecular weight of approximately 1500 combining solubility plasticity and structural stabilization properties. In global B2B manufacturing this functional ingredient is widely used across cosmetic pharmaceutical nutraceutical and cleaning formulation systems where it provides viscosity control improves distribution of active compounds and stabilizes formulation structures.

From a technological standpoint PEG 1500 demonstrates strong compatibility with aqueous and mixed systems. It can be easily melted or dissolved ensuring uniform distribution within formulations and stable performance. In industrial manufacturing it ensures batch reproducibility process consistency and scalability making it suitable for contract manufacturing and large scale production.

Properties and functional role

PEG 1500 functions as a polymer ingredient providing viscosity control structural stability and solubility enhancement. It acts as a binder solvent and stabilizer ensuring homogeneous formulation systems.

In pharmaceutical applications it is used as an excipient supporting stable dosage forms. In cosmetic formulations it improves texture spreadability and sensory performance. In cleaning systems it enhances solubility and stabilizes active ingredients.

Properties and result

Incorporation of PEG 1500 enhances formulation stability improves texture and ensures uniform distribution of components. It supports formation of stable systems and prevents phase separation.

The ingredient remains stable during storage and under temperature fluctuations. The result is a formulation with predictable behavior consistent structure and improved technological performance across industries.

Purpose

PEG 1500 is used as a functional ingredient in cosmetics pharmaceutical systems nutraceuticals SPA products and household formulations. In pharmaceutical systems it acts as an excipient supporting formulation stability.

In contract manufacturing it is valued for versatility scalability and consistent performance across multiple formulation types.

Application

PEG 1500 is used in creams gels ointments shampoos liquid systems solid formulations and cleaning products where it improves solubility texture and distribution.

Industrial applications benefit from its compatibility stability and predictable behavior in large scale production.

Recipe

Structured gel formulation with controlled viscosity

Ingredients:
PEG 1500 — 7 g
Glycerin — 4 g
Water — 59 g
Xanthan gum — 0.6 g
Coco Glucoside — 5 g
Panthenol — 2 g
Betaine — 2 g
Preservative — 0.9 g
Allantoin — 1 g
Lactic acid — 0.4 g

Technology: Heat water phase to 60–70°C and dissolve PEG 1500 completely. Disperse thickener until homogeneous. Add surfactant and mix thoroughly. Cool to 40°C then add active components and preservative. Adjust pH to 5.0–5.5.

Instruction: Ensure complete dissolution of PEG before adding other ingredients. Control temperature and pH carefully. Add actives during cooling stage and maintain uniform mixing.

Manufacturing stability

PEG 1500 provides high stability during industrial scaling maintains functional performance across production cycles and ensures consistent batch quality making it suitable for long term industrial manufacturing and contract production.