Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No independent CIR or SCCS safety assessment; succinic acid ester hydrolysis and residual EO/PO/1,4-dioxane impurities from parent Poloxamer 188 require evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Poloxamer 188 Succinate safe in cosmetics?
No independent CIR or SCCS safety assessment; succinic acid ester hydrolysis and residual EO/PO/1,4-dioxane impurities from parent Poloxamer 188 require evaluation. The EU classifies Poloxamer 188 Succinate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Poloxamer 188 Succinate allowed in the EU?
Poloxamer 188 Succinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Poloxamer 188 Succinate do in cosmetics?
Poloxamer 188 Succinate functions as: Skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Poloxamer 188 Succinate?
not established 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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