Trifluoropropyl Methicone

INCI: TRIFLUOROPROPYL METHICONE

CAS Number
63148-56-1 (methyl 3,3,3-trifluoropropyl siloxanes)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; no specific FDA prohibition

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited published safety data specific to this INCI; safety profile extrapolated from the broader fluorosilicone/methicone class; verify supplier COA for low-MW residuals

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trifluoropropyl Methicone safe in cosmetics?

Limited published safety data specific to this INCI; safety profile extrapolated from the broader fluorosilicone/methicone class; verify supplier COA for low-MW residuals The EU classifies Trifluoropropyl Methicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Trifluoropropyl Methicone allowed in the EU?

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

What does Trifluoropropyl Methicone do in cosmetics?

Trifluoropropyl Methicone functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 63148-56-1 (methyl 3,3,3-trifluoropropyl siloxanes).

What is the Margin of Safety for Trifluoropropyl Methicone?

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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