PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- PEG-40 HCO
- HCO-40
- Polyoxyethylene 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Polyoxyl 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil is a non-ionic solubiliser and surfactant used in cosmetic, personal-care and speciality formulation systems. Buyers may also specify PEG-40 HCO, HCO-40, polyoxyethylene 40 hydrogenated castor oil or ALPICARE COH 40; it is a modified ingredient and not the same product as unmodified castor oil.
Commercial PEG-40 HCO grades can appear as a pale yellow viscous liquid, soft paste or semi-solid, with consistency varying by grade and temperature. Selection commonly considers colour, odour, water dispersibility, handling form and the clarity required in the finished product.
In personal-care formulations it is used to solubilise fragrance oils, essential oils and other oil-soluble ingredients into aqueous bases. Typical enquiries include clear toners, body mists, micellar cleansers, shampoos, shower gels and liquid hand washes, as well as co-emulsifier use in creams and lotions.
For a quotation, send the intended application, required product name or grade, customer specification, target appearance or clarity, quantity and delivery location. Availability, packing, documentation, delivery route and timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 61788-85-0
- Appearance
- pale yellow viscous liquid to soft paste or semi-solid
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEG-40 HCO viscous liquid form | pale yellow viscous liquid | — | Fragrance and essential-oil solubilising in liquid personal-care products and aqueous surfactant blends. | — |
| PEG-40 HCO paste or semi-solid form | pale yellow soft paste or semi-solid | — | Creams, lotions, cleansers and batch processes suited to a higher-consistency solubiliser or co-emulsifier. | — |
How to buy PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil from ChemTrade
Request a quote for PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| INCI name | PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | — |
| Ionic character | non-ionic | — |
| Typical appearance | pale yellow viscous liquid to soft paste or semi-solid | — |
| Water compatibility | water-dispersible; exact clarity depends on grade and formulation | — |
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil applications
Common questions about PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil
What does PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil do in cosmetics?
It acts mainly as a non-ionic solubiliser and surfactant, helping fragrance oils, essential oils and other lipophilic ingredients disperse in water-based products. It may also be used as a co-emulsifier in creams and lotions.
Is PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil the same as castor oil?
No. PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil is an ethoxylated derivative of hydrogenated castor oil with different formulation behaviour from unmodified castor oil. Bare castor oil is a separate ingredient and is not an alias for this product.
Can a generic castor oil ethoxylate replace PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil?
Not automatically. Ethoxylated castor oil products can differ by hydrogenation state and nominal ethoxylation, so a formulation calling for PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil should be matched to that exact identity and customer specification.
Which PEG-40 HCO form should I request for my formulation?
State the preferred handling form and the target clarity of the finished product. Commercial grades may be viscous liquids, soft pastes or semi-solids, with consistency varying by grade and temperature; colour, odour and water dispersibility may also guide selection.
How much PEG-40 HCO is needed to solubilise a fragrance or essential oil?
There is no universal ratio. The required level depends on the oil type, oil loading, water phase, other surfactants and the target clarity, so compatibility and clarity trials should be completed for the intended formulation.
Can PEG-40 HCO be used in clear water-based products?
It is commonly considered for clear or translucent aqueous formulations, but the result depends on the oil phase, ingredient ratio and full formula. State the target appearance and application when requesting a grade.
Can document or certification requirements be included in the enquiry?
Yes. List any required specification, test document or certification with the enquiry. What can be provided for the quoted grade is confirmed with the quotation.