Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate

INCI: DIMETHICONE PEG-7 ISOSTEARATE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Skin-conditioning agent; emollient; emulsifier
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no restrictions under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Isostearic acid is a branched-chain C18 compound that is generally non-irritating with standard 1,4-dioxane impurity controls; no ingredient-specific toxicological studies identified.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate safe in cosmetics?

Isostearic acid is a branched-chain C18 compound that is generally non-irritating with standard 1,4-dioxane impurity controls; no ingredient-specific toxicological studies identified. The EU classifies Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate allowed in the EU?

Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate do in cosmetics?

Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent; emollient; emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate?

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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