Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone
INCI: PERFLUOROCAPRYLYL TRIETHOXYSILYLETHYL METHICONE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PFAS compound with C8 perfluoro chain (PFOA-length); triethoxysilane may hydrolyze at low pH, raising regulatory scrutiny.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone safe in cosmetics?
PFAS compound with C8 perfluoro chain (PFOA-length); triethoxysilane may hydrolyze at low pH, raising regulatory scrutiny. The EU classifies Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone allowed in the EU?
Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone do in cosmetics?
Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone functions as: Skin-conditioning agent, surface modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely assigned (hybrid silicone-fluorocarbon polymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Perfluorocaprylyl Triethoxysilylethyl Methicone?
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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