Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual platinum catalyst from hydrosilylation manufacturing (typical <25 ppm); residual cyclic siloxanes (D4/D5) may be present and are under EU scrutiny
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bis-Vinyldimethicone safe in cosmetics?
Residual platinum catalyst from hydrosilylation manufacturing (typical <25 ppm); residual cyclic siloxanes (D4/D5) may be present and are under EU scrutiny The EU classifies Bis-Vinyldimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Bis-Vinyldimethicone allowed in the EU?
Bis-Vinyldimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bis-Vinyldimethicone do in cosmetics?
Bis-Vinyldimethicone functions as: Crosslinking agent (precursor/monomer for silicone elastomer crosspolymers). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68083-19-2 (vinyl-terminated polydimethylsiloxane).
What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Vinyldimethicone?
not established 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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