Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not biodegradable — environmental persistence concern; not COSMOS-eligible (silicone)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearyl Methicone safe in cosmetics?
Not biodegradable — environmental persistence concern; not COSMOS-eligible (silicone) The EU classifies Stearyl Methicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Stearyl Methicone allowed in the EU?
Stearyl Methicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearyl Methicone do in cosmetics?
Stearyl Methicone functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Closely related to Stearyl Dimethicone (67762-83-8); Stearyl Methicone has distinct INCI.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl 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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