Cerotyl Dimethicone

INCI: CEROTYL DIMETHICONE

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned
Function
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Dimethicone is FDA OTC skin protectant monograph ingredient; cerotyl ester form not specifically listed

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Cerotyl dimethicone is a skin conditioning emollient supported by read-across from the dimethicone family with adequate margin of safety.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cerotyl Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?

Cerotyl dimethicone is a skin conditioning emollient supported by read-across from the dimethicone family with adequate margin of safety. The EU classifies Cerotyl Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cerotyl Dimethicone allowed in the EU?

Cerotyl Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cerotyl Dimethicone do in cosmetics?

Cerotyl Dimethicone functions as: Skin Conditioning, Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Cerotyl 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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