Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Mercapto (–SH) functional groups are reactive with potential for thiol-mediated irritation if unreacted monomer is present; residual mercaptopropyl content must be verified and thiol odor managed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bis-Mercaptopropyl Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
Mercapto (–SH) functional groups are reactive with potential for thiol-mediated irritation if unreacted monomer is present; residual mercaptopropyl content must be verified and thiol odor managed. The EU classifies Bis-Mercaptopropyl Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Bis-Mercaptopropyl Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
Bis-Mercaptopropyl Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bis-Mercaptopropyl Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
Bis-Mercaptopropyl Dimethicone functions as: Hair conditioning, skin conditioning (emollient), thiol-functional silicone crosslinker. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned in CosIng.
What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Mercaptopropyl 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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