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Surfactant

PEG/PPG-2000/200 COPOLYMER

CAS 9003-11-6 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A high-molecular-weight PEG/PPG copolymer used as surfactant and emulsifier. CIR judges PEG/PPG class safe when purified to remove trace 1,4-dioxane.

Function

BINDINGEMULSION STABILISINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Surfactant action
  • Emulsifier
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Mild irritation possible
  • Petrochemical footprint

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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