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MEROXAPOL 251.

Insufficient Data CAS 9003-11-6 / SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Meroxapol 251 is a versatile block copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide. It primarily functions as an emulsifier and surfactant, expertly bridging oil and water to create stable formulations in skincare.

Summary

Surfactant Emulsifying

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a block copolymer, Meroxapol 251 possesses a unique molecular structure with both lipophilic (oil-attracting) and hydrophilic (water-attracting) segments. This dual nature allows it to significantly reduce the surface tension of liquids, facilitating the formation of stable emulsions where incompatible substances like oils and aqueous solutions are uniformly dispersed.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

Meroxapol 251 is recognized in SCCS nomenclature conventions as an emulsifier/surfactant. However, a specific safety opinion from the SCCS, a dedicated CIR report, or a distinct FDA status for Meroxapol 251 itself is currently unavailable. While a related compound, Meroxapol 252, has an FDA UNII listing, the safety profile for Meroxapol 251 specifically remains largely unreviewed by these key regulatory bodies.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

Meroxapol 251 serves as a functional surfactant and emulsifier, but its overall safety and skin compatibility require further dedicated research and regulatory review due to insufficient data.

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