HydroSol 40

Polyoxyl 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil USP/NF

Hydrosol 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a polyethylene glycol derivative of hydrogenated castor oil where the average PEG chain length is 40. PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil is a nonionic surfactant used as an emulsifying and solubilising agent in pharmaceutical preparations and cosmetics.

Physical Form - white to pale yellow liquid

Application - A solubilizer and emulsifier in oral and topical liquid and semi-solid dosage forms.

  • Used primarily as a solubilizer and emulsifier in formulations such as softgel capsules, ophthalmics, oral solutions, tablets, and creams
  • Emulsifying agent of wide range of hydrophobic substances such as fatty acids, fatty alcohols, and drugs
  • Solubilization and Bioavailability enhancement

Properties - Soluble in water, alcohol, and acetone

About Valens Pharmachem Pvt. Ltd.

​​Valens Pharmachem Pvt. Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of pharma grade polymers based in Gujarat, India. Their range of high quality products include products for enteric coating, taste masking, and emulsifying agents.