Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer

INCI: METHYLSILANOL/SILICATE CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
68584-81-6
Function
Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically prohibited or restricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Silicone crosspolymers are generally considered inert and non-toxic on skin. No significant safety flags. The crosslinked nature means minimal skin penetration.. Synthetic origin. As a crosslinked silicone-silicate hybrid polymer, it provides a smooth, silky skin feel, mattifying properties, and can act as a texture modifier and film-former. The crosspolymer structure creates a three-dimensional network that improves product aesthetics and wear

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

Silicone crosspolymers are generally considered inert and non-toxic on skin. No significant safety flags. The crosslinked nature means minimal skin penetration.. Synthetic origin. As a crosslinked silicone-silicate hybrid polymer, it provides a smooth, silky skin feel, mattifying properties, and can act as a texture modifier and film-former. The crosspolymer structure creates a three-dimensional network that improves product aesthetics and wear The EU classifies Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer functions as: Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68584-81-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Methylsilanol/Silicate 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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