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Surfactant

POLOXAMER 331

CAS 9003-11-6 Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A poloxamer (PEG/PPG block copolymer) used as a low-irritation surfactant / solubiliser. Inert polymer with broadly clean safety profile; quality depends on PEG residuals.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant
  • Solubilises oils
  • Low irritation

Known concerns

  • PEG residual risk (1,4-dioxane)
  • Composition varies
  • Sparse recent regulatory opinion

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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