Is Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer
INCI: POLOXAMER 338/PPG-51/SMDI COPOLYMER
Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer (CAS Not assigned / not publicly listed (distinct from generic 9003-11-6; this is a modified copolymer)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emulsion stabilising. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not assigned / not publicly listed (distinct from generic 9003-11-6; this is a modified copolymer)
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Function
Emulsion stabilising
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not individually reviewed by CIR (the parent Poloxamer 338 is CIR-reviewed as safe as used); no specific FDA restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Poloxamer 338/PPG-51/SMDI Copolymer functions as: Emulsion stabilising. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned / not publicly listed (distinct from generic 9003-11-6; this is a modified copolymer).
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