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Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Siloxanes and Silicones, Di-Me, 3-Hydroxypropyl Group Terminated, Ethoxylated, Polymers with 5-Isocyanato-1-(Isocyanatomethyl)-1,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexane and Sorbitan Monostearate

What does it do?

Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

EU regulatory status

Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer?

Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and Silicones, Di-Me, 3-Hydroxypropyl Group Terminated, Ethoxylated, Polymers with 5-Isocyanato-1-(Isocyanatomethyl)-1,3,3-Trimethylcyclohexane and Sorbitan Monostearate

Is Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

What is the CAS number of Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone/ipdi/sorbitan Stearate Copolymer is 668988-06-5.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010