Poloxamer 105 Benzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Methyloxirane homopolymer, diether with oxirane homopolymer, monobenzoates (22 mol EO, 16 mol PO average molar ratios)
What does it do?
Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Poloxamer 105 Benzoate?
Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methyloxirane homopolymer, diether with oxirane homopolymer, monobenzoates (22 mol EO, 16 mol PO average molar ratios)
Is Poloxamer 105 Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Poloxamer 105 Benzoate do in cosmetic products?
Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Poloxamer 105 Benzoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is -.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/01/2011