PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer

CAS Number
9003-11-6 (generic CAS for poloxamers/PEG-PPG block copolymers)
Function
Cleaning agent; Solvent; Surfactant (surface active agent)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed under PEG/PPG Copolymers group. Poloxamer class with FDA excipient precedent

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane/EO/PO residuals present. Very low HLB (highly PPG-dominant) โ€” essentially a hydrophobic surfactant; verify compatibility with intended formulation type.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane/EO/PO residuals present. Very low HLB (highly PPG-dominant) โ€” essentially a hydrophobic surfactant; verify compatibility with intended formulation type. The EU classifies PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer allowed in the EU?

PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer do in cosmetics?

PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer functions as: Cleaning agent; Solvent; Surfactant (surface active agent). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-11-6 (generic CAS for poloxamers/PEG-PPG block copolymers).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG/PPG-5/35 Copolymer?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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