Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Trace 1,4-dioxane/EO/PO impurities (standard ethoxylation concern); high MW provides excellent safety margin. Minimal cosmetic use history reported.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Poloxamer 288 safe in cosmetics?
Trace 1,4-dioxane/EO/PO impurities (standard ethoxylation concern); high MW provides excellent safety margin. Minimal cosmetic use history reported. The EU classifies Poloxamer 288 as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Poloxamer 288 allowed in the EU?
Poloxamer 288 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Poloxamer 288 do in cosmetics?
Poloxamer 288 functions as: Surfactant – cleansing, surfactant – emulsifying, solubilizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-11-6 (generic).
What is the Margin of Safety for Poloxamer 288?
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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