Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Verify D4/D5 cyclic siloxane residuals comply with EU Annex II limits (D4 ≥0.1% banned in wash-off; D5 restricted). Confirm organic compatibility claims with actual formulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polydiethylsiloxane safe in cosmetics?
Verify D4/D5 cyclic siloxane residuals comply with EU Annex II limits (D4 ≥0.1% banned in wash-off; D5 restricted). Confirm organic compatibility claims with actual formulation. The EU classifies Polydiethylsiloxane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polydiethylsiloxane allowed in the EU?
Polydiethylsiloxane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polydiethylsiloxane do in cosmetics?
Polydiethylsiloxane functions as: Skin conditioning agent; emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68937-22-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polydiethylsiloxane?
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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