Compatibility and Effect of PE-1 Aqua and Pentylene Glycol
Question
Based on conflicting information, can PE-1 Aqua and Pentylene Glycol be used together in a formulation? Specifically, will this combination reduce the penetration efficiency of the formulation?
Answer
Based on the staff's response, the clarification is as follows:
Regarding the conflicting information about using PE-1 Aqua and Pentylene Glycol together:
The staff has confirmed with the manufacturer that PE-1 Aqua can be used together with glycol-based penetration enhancers like Pentylene Glycol.
- This combination will either enhance the overall efficiency or maintain the same efficiency.
- It will not reduce the penetration efficiency.
The staff also noted that both PE-1 Aqua and Pentylene Glycol should not be used in excessive amounts (approximately 3% each is recommended).
The staff apologized for the unclear information on the website and stated they will update it for better clarity.
Therefore, you should follow the information that they can be used together to enhance or maintain efficiency, provided they are not used in excessive amounts.