Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PEG-modified silicone emulsifier permitted in both EU and US. Subject to ethoxylation-impurity scrutiny; ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues must be minimized per GMP. Not permitted in COSMOS/ECOCERT certified natural and organic formulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethicone Copolyol safe in cosmetics?
PEG-modified silicone emulsifier permitted in both EU and US. Subject to ethoxylation-impurity scrutiny; ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues must be minimized per GMP. Not permitted in COSMOS/ECOCERT certified natural and organic formulations. The EU classifies Dimethicone Copolyol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimethicone Copolyol allowed in the EU?
Dimethicone Copolyol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethicone Copolyol do in cosmetics?
Dimethicone Copolyol functions as: Emulsifier; conditioning agent; W/Si and Si/W emulsion stabilizer. It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database. CAS number: 64365-23-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone Copolyol?
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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