Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane

INCI: ISOBUTYL POLYSILSESQUIOXANE

CAS Number
Polymeric — no single CAS (polymer of isobutyltri­alkoxysilane hydrolysis/condensation) [^1_6]
Function
Film former, opacifying agent, nail conditioning agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — reported in VCRP; CIR reviewed and cleared

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Inhalation exposure considered and cleared by CIR Panel — particles from cosmetics not respirable to appreciable extent

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane safe in cosmetics?

Inhalation exposure considered and cleared by CIR Panel — particles from cosmetics not respirable to appreciable extent The EU classifies Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane allowed in the EU?

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

What does Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane do in cosmetics?

Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane functions as: Film former, opacifying agent, nail conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Polymeric — no single CAS (polymer of isobutyltri­alkoxysilane hydrolysis/condensation) [^1_6].

What is the Margin of Safety for Isobutyl 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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