Is PEG-12 Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
PEG-12 Dimethicone has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
PEG-12 Dimethicone
INCI: PEG-12 DIMETHICONE
PEG-12 Dimethicone (CAS 68937-54-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emulsifier, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, foam builder. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Emulsifier, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, foam builder
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR safe as used. 538 VCRP uses — highest among alkoxy polysiloxanes.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for PEG-12 Dimethicone.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PEG-12 Dimethicone.
Regulatory Flags
Environmental
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-12 Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
PEG-12 Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-12 Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
PEG-12 Dimethicone functions as: Emulsifier, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, foam builder. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68937-54-2.
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