Pharmaceutical formulations as an emulsifier and solubilizing agent. Drug delivery systems and controlled-release formulations. Cosmetics and personal care products. Industrial detergents dispersants and wetting agents. Tissue engineering and biomedical research.

Its primary purpose is to improve the solubility stability and dispersion of substances in aqueous and non-aqueous systems.

PEG-PPG-PEG is a triblock copolymer consisting of poly(ethylene glycol) and poly(propylene glycol) segments. It is a nonionic surfactant commonly known as a Poloxamer or Pluronic. It is available as a white powder depending on its molecular weight.