Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane

INCI: ETHYL POLYSILSESQUIOXANE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (polysilsesquioxane family; related to CosIng listing)
Function
Film forming, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR Expert Panel reviewed polysilsesquioxane class (2017)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Silicone-based film former that is non-comedogenic, inert, and well-tolerated with no significant safety flags.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane safe in cosmetics?

Silicone-based film former that is non-comedogenic, inert, and well-tolerated with no significant safety flags. The EU classifies Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane allowed in the EU?

Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane do in cosmetics?

Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane functions as: Film forming, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (polysilsesquioxane family; related to CosIng listing).

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane?

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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