PEG-180M

PEG-180M molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 180M, PEG 180M
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from ethylene oxide and water through polymerization reactions, creating a long-chain polymer compound. Produced by sequential addition of ethylene oxide units to form polyethylene glycol with a molecular weight of approximately 7,500,000 Daltons.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy- (180,000 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
25322-68-3
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Holds ingredients together
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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🛡️Safety-assessed0 reviews
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR