C20-24 Alkyl Methicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Trisiloxane, 1,1,1,3,5,5,5-heptamethyl-, 3-C20-24 Alkyl derivatives
What does it do?
C20-24 Alkyl Methicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
C20-24 Alkyl Methicone 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 C20-24 Alkyl Methicone?
C20-24 Alkyl Methicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Trisiloxane, 1,1,1,3,5,5,5-heptamethyl-, 3-C20-24 Alkyl derivatives
Is C20-24 Alkyl Methicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C20-24 Alkyl Methicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C20-24 Alkyl Methicone do in cosmetic products?
C20-24 Alkyl Methicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of C20-24 Alkyl Methicone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C20-24 Alkyl Methicone is 200074-77-7.
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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