Product Overview Propylene Glycol (PG) USP/EP is a pharmaceutical grade of Monopropylene Glycols (PG or MPG) with a specified purity greater than 99.8%. PG USP/EP is tested for compliance with specifications of: United States Pharmacopeia (USP) European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Japanese Pharmacopoeia (JP) Food Chemical Codex (FCC) It also complies with: Brazilian Pharmacopoeia (FB) other pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food regulations in the global markets where it is sold It is listed by the Personal Care Products CouncilâĀ as an approved ingredient in cosmetics, and its use is reviewed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR). PG USP/EP is Kosher and complies with Halal requirements. PG 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 Applications Heat Transfer Fluids Fragrance, Cosmetics and Personal Care Food and Flavorings Pet Food/Animal Feed Pharmaceutical Other Applications Packaging Propylene Glycol USP/EP is available from Dow in various quantities. Please contact us for details on availabilities in your region.
