Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer
INCI: HYDROXYPROPYL DIMETHICONE/POLYSORBATE 20 CROSSPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Crosslinked silicone-polysorbate copolymer with residual monomers (dimethicone, polysorbate 20); potential trace D4/D5 cyclomethicone; polysorbate 20 component may contain 1,4-dioxane as ethoxylation byproduct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?
Crosslinked silicone-polysorbate copolymer with residual monomers (dimethicone, polysorbate 20); potential trace D4/D5 cyclomethicone; polysorbate 20 component may contain 1,4-dioxane as ethoxylation byproduct. The EU classifies Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?
Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?
Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer functions as: Emulsifying agent, skin conditioning, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (crosslinked silicone-polysorbate copolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer?
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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