PPG-4 Oleth-10 Dimethicone

INCI: PPG-4 OLETH-10 DIMETHICONE

CAS Number
No single CAS — silicone-polyether copolymer (polymeric; typically listed under proprietary trade CAS)
Function
Emulsifying agent (silicone-based W/O emulsifier); skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use. Dimethicone-class ingredients reviewed by CIR and found safe.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Monitor for residual cyclomethicone (D4/D5) depending on manufacturing process; potential 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylated oleth portion.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-4 Oleth-10 Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?

Monitor for residual cyclomethicone (D4/D5) depending on manufacturing process; potential 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylated oleth portion. The EU classifies PPG-4 Oleth-10 Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-4 Oleth-10 Dimethicone allowed in the EU?

PPG-4 Oleth-10 Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-4 Oleth-10 Dimethicone do in cosmetics?

PPG-4 Oleth-10 Dimethicone functions as: Emulsifying agent (silicone-based W/O emulsifier); skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS — silicone-polyether copolymer (polymeric; typically listed under proprietary trade CAS).

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-4 Oleth-10 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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