Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride
INCI: DIMETHICONE HYDROXYPROPYL TRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Quaternary ammonium compounds can be irritating at high concentrations on compromised skin; verify use concentration aligns with CIR-reviewed range; if in leave-on product at >2%, request specific irritation data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Quaternary ammonium compounds can be irritating at high concentrations on compromised skin; verify use concentration aligns with CIR-reviewed range; if in leave-on product at >2%, request specific irritation data. The EU classifies Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride functions as: Hair conditioning, antistatic agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (quaternary ammonium-functional silicone).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride?
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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