Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer
INCI: PERFLUOROOCTYLETHYL/DIPHENYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
C8 perfluoroalkyl PFOA precursor with potential residual monomer concerns; France ban effective January 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
C8 perfluoroalkyl PFOA precursor with potential residual monomer concerns; France ban effective January 2026. The EU classifies Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer functions as: Film-forming, skin conditioning, surface modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (copolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Perfluorooctylethyl/Diphenyl Dimethicone Copolymer?
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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