Poloxamer 188

بولوكسامير 188

KindExcipient
ClassSurfactants & emulsifiers — nonionic (PEO-PPO-PEO block copolymer)
SynonymsKolliphor P188, Lutrol F68, Pluronic F68, Poloxalkol
Common uses / formsWetting/solubilizing agent, emulsifier, shear-protectant surfactant in biologics and cell culture; oral, parenteral and topical dosage forms.
PropertiesNonionic triblock copolymer (~80% PEO), average MW ~8,400; HLB >24; white waxy solid/prills, freely water-soluble. Low-toxicity, well tolerated parenterally.
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP
Sourcing originsEU, USA, China
Dominant inbound routeEU
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesPharma-grade market led by BASF (Kolliphor/Lutrol) but multiple GMP suppliers exist, so not sole-source; qualify grade, EO/PO ratio and residual-monomer limits for parenteral use.
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

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