Stearyl Trimethicone

INCI: STEARYL TRIMETHICONE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (alkyl-modified trimethylsiloxysilicate polymer)
Function
Emollient, hair conditioning, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR Expert Panel concluded safe as used in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Inhalation: in aerosol/spray products, ensure particle sizes are primarily >10 µm (CIR noted 60–80 µm typical, <1% under 10 µm) ; environmental persistence concern (non-biodegradable silicone)

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stearyl Trimethicone safe in cosmetics?

Inhalation: in aerosol/spray products, ensure particle sizes are primarily >10 µm (CIR noted 60–80 µm typical, <1% under 10 µm) ; environmental persistence concern (non-biodegradable silicone) The EU classifies Stearyl Trimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Stearyl Trimethicone allowed in the EU?

Stearyl Trimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Stearyl Trimethicone do in cosmetics?

Stearyl Trimethicone functions as: Emollient, hair conditioning, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (alkyl-modified trimethylsiloxysilicate polymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl Trimethicone?

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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