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Surfactant

POLOXAMINE 504

CAS 11111-34-5 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A lower-molecular-weight block copolymer surfactant that acts as an emulsifier and cleansing agent in rinse-off cosmetic products. Generally well-tolerated at typical cosmetic levels.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Effective rinse-off cleansing
  • Stable foam structure
  • Low irritation at typical use

Known concerns

  • Standard PEG-class environmental persistence
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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