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Is Meroxapol 171 vegetarian?

Meroxapol 171

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Meroxapol 171 is a synthetic block copolymer of propylene oxide and ethylene oxide, used as a surfactant and emulsifying agent in cosmetic and industrial products.

Also known as 4), Oxirane, Methyl-, Polymer with Oxirane (12
INCI name Meroxapol 171
CosIng ID 35242
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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