Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone is a carboxyl-functional polysiloxane permitted for cosmetic use in both EU and US with good safety profile and negligible absorption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone is a carboxyl-functional polysiloxane permitted for cosmetic use in both EU and US with good safety profile and negligible absorption. The EU classifies Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone functions as: Tier 2 — Low-Moderate Risk. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (carboxyl-functional polysiloxane).
What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Carboxydecyl Dimethicone?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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