Pentaethylene glycol is part of a group of compounds called polyethylene glycols (PEGs), which are major byproducts of non-ionic surfactants biodegradation. Pentaethylene glycol is a useful synthetic intermediate, and is used as a reagent to synthesize macrocyclic oligoesters through lipase-catalysis. Molecular Formula: C10H22O6 Solubility: Chloroform (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly) Molecular Weight: 238.28 Storage and Stability: Store at -20C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
Molecular Weight:
238.28
Form:
Supplied as a Clear Colorless Oil
CAS Number:
[4792-15-8]
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