Is Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer
INCI: HYDROGEN DIMETHICONE/OCTYL SILSESQUIOXANE COPOLYMER
Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer (CAS Not uniquely assigned (proprietary silicone copolymer)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Binding agent — ensures cohesion of powdered cosmetic products. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (proprietary silicone copolymer)
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Function
Binding agent — ensures cohesion of powdered cosmetic products
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — falls under CIR safety assessment of dimethicone-class silicones, concluded safe in present practices
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Hydrogen Dimethicone/Octyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer functions as: Binding agent — ensures cohesion of powdered cosmetic products. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (proprietary silicone copolymer).
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