Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns. D4/D5 cyclosiloxane residual contamination should be verified per EU SVHC restrictions if applicable to manufacturing process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenethyl Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns. D4/D5 cyclosiloxane residual contamination should be verified per EU SVHC restrictions if applicable to manufacturing process. The EU classifies Phenethyl Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Phenethyl Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
Phenethyl Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenethyl Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
Phenethyl Dimethicone functions as: Skin Conditioning — Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Polymeric (no single CAS listed in CosIng for this INCI).
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenethyl Dimethicone?
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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