Is Capryl Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
Capryl Dimethicone has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Capryl Dimethicone
INCI: CAPRYL DIMETHICONE
Capryl Dimethicone (CAS 17955-88-3 (Caprylyl Methicone related)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning - emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning - emollient
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Adequate - extensive silicone safety data
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Safety Data
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Capryl Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
Capryl Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Capryl Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
Capryl Dimethicone functions as: Skin conditioning - emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 17955-88-3 (Caprylyl Methicone related).
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