Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3

INCI: DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER-3

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (cross-linked silicone polymer)
Function
Absorbent, bulking agent, film former, skin-conditioning agent, viscosity modifier
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR-reviewed safe as used (2014, as part of 62-ingredient dimethicone crosspolymer family)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Monitor residual cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) <0.1% and platinum catalyst <25 ppm per CIR specifications; D4 is an SVHC under EU REACH (ED for environment) โ€” Regulation 2018/35 limits D4 to โ‰ฅ0.1% in wash-off products

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 safe in cosmetics?

Monitor residual cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) <0.1% and platinum catalyst <25 ppm per CIR specifications; D4 is an SVHC under EU REACH (ED for environment) โ€” Regulation 2018/35 limits D4 to โ‰ฅ0.1% in wash-off products The EU classifies Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 allowed in the EU?

Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 do in cosmetics?

Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3 functions as: Absorbent, bulking agent, film former, skin-conditioning agent, viscosity modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (cross-linked silicone polymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3?

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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