Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate
INCI: DIMETHICONE PEG/PPG-20/23 BENZOATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin conditioning silicone with PEG/PPG ethoxylation; benzoic acid hydrolysis products are non-toxic at trace levels; high ethoxylation degree (43 total units) warrants testing for 1,4-dioxane residuals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
Skin conditioning silicone with PEG/PPG ethoxylation; benzoic acid hydrolysis products are non-toxic at trace levels; high ethoxylation degree (43 total units) warrants testing for 1,4-dioxane residuals. The EU classifies Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 337966-38-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone PEG/PPG-20/23 Benzoate?
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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