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Solvent

PEG/PPG-23/17 COPOLYMER

CAS 9003-11-6 (generic)
77

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A medium-to-high-EO PEG/PPG block copolymer (23 EO + 17 PO) used as a solvent with good water solubility and skin feel. Standard CIR-reviewed copolymer with minor purity-related considerations.

Function

SOLVENT

Skin benefits

  • Good water solubility
  • Pleasant skin feel
  • Versatile solvent for diverse cosmetic ingredients
  • Compatible with surfactant systems

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible at non-pharmaceutical grade
  • Mild eye irritation potential in rinse-off products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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