Allowed in EU

Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone

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

What is it?

Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone

What does it do?

Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone 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-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone?

Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone

Is Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Octenylsuccinoyloxypropyl Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.

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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: 12/10/2020