Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
INCI: DIMETHICONE/DIVINYLDIMETHICONE/SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Used in leave-on products at 0.5–5% concentration with stable storage at room temperature for 36 months; particle size (2–10 µm) approaches respirable range, so spray or aerosol delivery should be avoided without inhalation safety data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?
Used in leave-on products at 0.5–5% concentration with stable storage at room temperature for 36 months; particle size (2–10 µm) approaches respirable range, so spray or aerosol delivery should be avoided without inhalation safety data. The EU classifies Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?
Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?
Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer functions as: Absorbent, bulking agent, skin conditioning agent, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (crosspolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer?
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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