POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 4000
- Part number
- RXSOL-60-6605-268
- Category
- Lab Chemical
- Brand
- RXSOL
Overview
Polyethylene glycol 4000 (PEG 4000, Forlax) is a non-toxic, hydrosoluble, high-molecular polymer, which is not absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract following oral administration.
Applications
PEG 4000 acts as an osmotic agent that increases fecal water content. A number of clinical studies have demonstrated that PEG 4000 is effective in the treatment of constipation in adults and children (3–7).
Dosage and directions
Based on this administration schedule, the recommended daily dose of PEG 4000 in children from 6 months to 15 years is approximately 0.50 g/kg/d whatever the age, with a potential influence of the starting dose on the maintenance dose.
Characteristics and notes
M.W range 3,000-3,700. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Safety and SDS
Read the safety data sheet before handling. Wear suitable gloves and eye protection.
View safety data sheet
| Product Name | RXSOL-60-6605-268 |
| Product Type | POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 4000 |
| Revised date |
Company Details:
RX MARINE INTERNATIONAL
105, A wing , BSEL , TECH PARK.
VASHI ,NEW BOMBAY 400703 INDIA
Stock Point : Mumbai, Kandla, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Kolkata, Fujairah, Muscat Barka
| Phone | +91 22 27815541 / 42 |
| Fax | +91 22 2781 1318 :::AOH :0091 9821214367 |
| rxsolchemicals@gmail.com |
2.1 Substances
CAS-No. : 25322-68-3
3.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
3.2 Label elements
3.3 Other hazards – none
4.1 Description of first aid measures
No data available
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see
section 2.2) and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
5.1 Extinguishing media
No data available
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
No data available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
No data available
5.4 Further information
No data available
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
No data available
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
No data available
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
No data available
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
8.1 Control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls
No data available
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Odour Threshold :No data available
pH: No data available
Melting point/freezing point :No data available
Initial boiling point and boiling range:No data available
Flash point: No data available
Evaporation rate No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) :No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits :No data available
Vapour pressure: No data available
Vapour density: No data available
Relative density No data available
Water solubility :No data available
Partition coefficient: noctanol/ water :No data available
Auto-ignition temperature No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity : No data available
Explosive properties :No data available
Oxidizing properties No data available
9.2 Other safety information
No data available
10.1 Reactivity
No data available
10.2 Chemical stability
No data available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
No data available
10.5 Incompatible materials
No data available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
In the event of fire: see section 5
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Skin corrosion/irritation
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Germ cell mutagenicity
Carcinogenicity
Reproductive toxicity
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
12.1 Toxicity
12.2 Persistence and degradability
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
12.4 Mobility in soil
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not
conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects
13.1 Waste treatment methods
No data available
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
No data available
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the
substance or mixture
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.2 Chemical safety assessment
For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out
Abbreviations and acronyms : PBT: persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic.
vPvB: very persistent and very bioaccumulative
Sources of key data used : REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008 OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 16 December 2008 on classification,
labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives
67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
Further information : None.
In accordance with REACH Regulation (CE) Nº 1907/2006 and with CLP Regulation
(CE) Nº 1272/2008
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY :The information in this SDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. However, the information is provided without any warranty, express or implied, regarding its correctness. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use or disposal of the product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage or expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the product. This MSDS was prepared and is to be used only for this product. If the product is used as a component in another product, this MSDS information may not be applicable.
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