(Emulsifier / Solubilizer)
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Polyoxyl 40 Stearate, known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical industry.
Our cutting-edge technology ensures uniformity and consistency in the formulation of Polyoxyl 40 Stearate. It is used in creams, lotions, and ointments to stabilize oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsions.
Applications: MOLSTEAR® PEG40 is commonly used as an emulsifier and solubilizer in the pharmaceutical industry. Additionally, it is used to increase the solubility of poorly water-soluble drugs in both topical and oral formulations.
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - BP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | It occurs as white or slightly yellowish waxy flakes. |
| 2 |
Identification Test (A) Test (B) |
(A) Saponification Value: 20 to 35 (B) Composition of fatty acids. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is soluble in water and practically insoluble in fatty oils and in waxes. |
| 4 | Ethylene Oxide | Not more than 1 ppm |
| 5 | Dioxan | Not more than 10 ppm |
| 6 | Alkalinity | The solution is not red. |
| 7 | Acid Value | Not more than 4.0 |
| 8 | Hydroxyl Value | 23 to 40 |
| 9 | Iodine Value | Not more than 2.0 |
| 10 | Saponification Value | 20 to 35 |
| 11 | Melting Point | 38°C to 52°C |
| 12 | Water | Not more than 3.0% |
| 13 | Total Ash | Not more than 0.3% |
| 14 |
Composition of fatty acids (A) Stearic Acid (B) Sum of Palmitic and Stearic acids |
(A) 40.0% to 60.0% (B) Not less than 90.0% |
MOLSTEAR® PEG40 is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside, and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. It is stored in a tightly closed container.
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