PEG 600 Monooleate
PEG 600 Monooleate (PEG 600 MO) is a multifunctional non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. With a higher molecular weight PEG chain, PEG 600 MO offers increased water dispersibility and is commonly used where emulsification, wetting, detergency, and lubrication properties are required.
With an HLB of 13.3, PEG 600 MO is generally suited to oil-in-water (O/W) emulsification and water-based formulation systems. It is widely used across coating, personal care, water treatment and textile applications.
Product Information
Chemical family: PEG fatty acid ester / oleate ester
Chemical name: Polyethylene Glycol 600 Monooleate
INCI name: PEG-12 Oleate
Type: Non-ionic surfactant / emulsifier
Appearance: Amber liquid
HLB: 13.3
Packaging: Drums / IBC / Bulk
Main functions
Oil-in-water emulsification
Supports the formation and stabilisation of O/W emulsions and water-dispersible systems
Wetting and dispersion
Helps improve blend uniformity and ingredient distribution
Detergency / cleaning support
Can assist with cleaning performance in industrial and technical formulations
Typical Uses by Industry
Metalworking & Lubricants
Used as an emulsifier and wetting agent in metalworking fluids and industrial lubricants
Helps support stable emulsions and formulation consistency in water-based systems
Textiles
Used as a lubricant, emulsifier, softener, and wetting aid for textile processing
Used as an emulsifier for spinning oils
Coatings
Viscosity modifier and stabiliser for PVC plastisols
Industrial & Technical
Suitable for industrial emulsions, dispersions, cleaners, and process-aid systems
Commonly used in formulations requiring high-HLB surfactant behaviour and strong water dispersibility
Personal Care
Can be used in selected cosmetic and personal care formulations as an emulsifier and surfactant
INCI name: PEG-12 Oleate