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Surfactant

POLOXAMER 122

CAS 9003-11-6 Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A low-MW poloxamer block copolymer (EO-PO-EO) — gentle nonionic surfactant and emulsifier widely used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Excellent safety record; main caveat is dioxane purity grade.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle nonionic emulsifier
  • Mild cleansing surfactant for sensitive skin
  • Solubilizes oils in water-based formulations
  • Pharmaceutically approved excipient

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane impurities from EO chemistry
  • Foam stability lower than ionic surfactants

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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