Polyethylene Glycol 6000 (PEG 6000) — Pharma Grade Supplier, Hyderabad
Product Overview
Polyethylene Glycol 6000 (PEG 6000) is a high molecular weight, water-soluble waxy solid polyethylene glycol conforming to IP, BP, and USP pharmacopoeial standards. It has a higher melting point and greater hardness than lower molecular weight PEG grades, making it well suited to tablet coatings, solid dispersions, and firm suppository bases.
Specifications
| CAS Number | 25322-68-3 |
| Chemical Nature | Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) polymer |
| Appearance | White waxy solid, flakes or powder |
| Average Molecular Weight | 5400–6600 g/mol |
| Grades | IP/BP/USP |
| Packaging | 25 Kgs |
Applications
- Suppository and pessary base component
- Tablet film coating plasticiser and binder
- Solid dispersion carrier for bioavailability enhancement
- Ointment and semi-solid base component
- Cosmetic stick, balm, and soap base ingredient
- Industrial mould release and lubricant applications
Why Source from Surravi Phharma?
- Ready stock maintained in our centralised AC warehouse, Hyderabad
- IP / BP / EP / USP grades available
- COA, Technical & Regulatory docs available for all materials
- Flexible quantities — lab scale to bulk commercial
- Prompt delivery with pan India logistics support
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Polyethylene Glycol 6000 (PEG 6000) IP/BP/USP in Hyderabad?
Surravi Phharma supplies PEG 6000 in IP, BP, and USP grades in Hyderabad with ready stock in 25 kg packaging. It is used in suppository bases, tablet coatings, and solid dispersion formulations. Call +91 8008002576 for pricing and COA.
How does PEG 6000 compare to PEG 4000 in hardness and melting point?
PEG 6000 has a higher average molecular weight than PEG 4000, giving it a slightly higher melting point (approximately 55–63°C) and greater hardness. This makes PEG 6000 preferred where a firmer, higher-melting suppository or tablet coating base is required, often blended with lower molecular weight PEGs to fine-tune the final properties.
What is the role of PEG 6000 in tablet film coating formulations?
PEG 6000 is used as a plasticiser and binder in some tablet film coating systems, improving film flexibility and adhesion to the tablet core. It is particularly useful in coatings requiring a harder, less tacky film compared to those formulated with lower molecular weight PEG plasticisers.
Can PEG 6000 be used in cosmetic stick and balm formulations?
Yes. PEG 6000, often blended with PEG 4000 or PEG 8000, is used as a structuring wax base in cosmetic sticks, balms, and soap formulations, providing a firm, water-soluble base that is compatible with a wide range of active ingredients and fragrance oils.