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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Releases methanol upon hydrolysis (3 methoxy groups); skin and eye irritation potential; requires concentration-dependent irritation testing in final formulation; no CIR or SCCS opinion exists
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyltrimethoxysilane safe in cosmetics?
Releases methanol upon hydrolysis (3 methoxy groups); skin and eye irritation potential; requires concentration-dependent irritation testing in final formulation; no CIR or SCCS opinion exists The EU classifies Hexyltrimethoxysilane as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hexyltrimethoxysilane allowed in the EU?
Hexyltrimethoxysilane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyltrimethoxysilane do in cosmetics?
Hexyltrimethoxysilane functions as: Surface modifier / hair and skin conditioning (silane-based hydrophobic coating agent). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3069-19-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyltrimethoxysilane?
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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