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Surfactant

PEG/PPG-30/160 COPOLYMER

CAS 9003-11-6 (generic)
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A block copolymer of polyethylene-glycol and polypropylene-glycol — versatile mild surfactant and emulsifier used in cleansers and creams. Standard ethoxylate caveats.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant
  • Versatile emulsifier
  • Stable foams

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Petroleum-derived
  • Limited specific data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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