Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone
INCI: APPEARS IN COPOLYMER NAMES SUCH AS LAURYL METHACRYLATE/METHACRYLOYLOXYPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low toxicity profile consistent with dimethicone derivatives; non-comedogenic; biodegradability of silicone segment is limited. Combines the polymerizable methacrylate functionality with a dimethicone (PDMS) chain, enabling incorporation of silicone segments into acrylic copolymer networks for enhanced slip, water repellency, and film flexibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
Low toxicity profile consistent with dimethicone derivatives; non-comedogenic; biodegradability of silicone segment is limited. Combines the polymerizable methacrylate functionality with a dimethicone (PDMS) chain, enabling incorporation of silicone segments into acrylic copolymer networks for enhanced slip, water repellency, and film flexibility The EU classifies Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone functions as: Film forming (as copolymers); silicone-based monomer providing smoothness and water resistance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not a single CAS (silicone-methacrylate hybrid macromonomer; varies by chain length).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone?
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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