Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane
INCI: TAPIOCA STARCH POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Inhalation consideration for aerosol/powder formats — particles may be respirable. Concentration limited to ≤15% in aerosol spray products. Silsesquioxane component is inert and non-bioavailable
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane safe in cosmetics?
Inhalation consideration for aerosol/powder formats — particles may be respirable. Concentration limited to ≤15% in aerosol spray products. Silsesquioxane component is inert and non-bioavailable The EU classifies Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane allowed in the EU?
Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane do in cosmetics?
Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane functions as: Absorbent, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling; talc replacement in powders. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68989-12-8 (component).
What is the Margin of Safety for Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane?
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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