Propylene Glycol (PG)

Brand: DOW CHEMICAL

DOW PuraGuard™ Propylene Glycol (PG) USP/EP is a pharmaceutical grade of Monopropylene Glycols (PG or MPG) with a specified purity greater than 99.8%.

It is listed by the Personal Care Products Council† as an approved ingredient in cosmetics, and its use is reviewed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR). DOW PuraGuard™ USP/EP is Kosher and complies with Halal requirements.

DOW PuraGuard™ USP/EP is an important ingredient for a multitude of uses, including:

  • Solvent for aromatics in the flavor-concentrate industry
  • Wetting agent for natural gums
  • Ingredient in the compounding of citrus and other emulsified flavors
  • Solvent in elixirs and pharmaceutical preparations
  • Solvent and coupling agent in the formulation of sun screen, lotion, shampoos, shaving creams and other similar products
  • Emulsifier in cosmetic and pharmaceutical creams
  • Ingredient for low-temperature heat-transfer fluids involving indirect food contact, such as brewing and dairy uses, as well as refrigerated grocery display cases
  • Very effective humectant, preservative and stabilizer in semi-moist pet food (with the exception of cat food), bakery goods, food flavorings and salad dressings
ISO 9001:2015 standard and ISO 14001:2015 standard

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