Poloxamer 188 is a synthetic block copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide. It is available in several types, conforming to the following requirements.

This kind of surfactant were firstly developed by America. They have almost no toxicity, little irritation on the skin and the mucosa. They are widely used as emulsifier, solubilizing agent, hydrophilic substrate of ointments and suppositories,artificial blood, artificial tear and artifical skin etc.

Poloxamer 188 can be used: 

1. to strengthen stamina, vigour and physical strength;
2. to improve the reactive sensitivity;
3. to improve the stress strength;
4. to promote function of sex hormone, ease the pain of muscle;
5. to improve the function of cardiac muscle;
6. to reduce cholesterol, blood fat and systolic pressure.

Used as emulsifier, antifoaming agent, additive, lubricant, solubilizing agent, antistatic agent, washing agent, dispersing agent, plasticizing agent, viscosity conditioning agent and chemical intermediate in the industry.