Allowed in EU

C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate

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

What is it?

Silicic acid, C24-28-alkyldimethylsilyl hexadecyldimethylsilyl trimethylsilyl esters

What does it do?

C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate 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

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate 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 C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate?

C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicic acid, C24-28-alkyldimethylsilyl hexadecyldimethylsilyl trimethylsilyl esters

Is C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate do in cosmetic products?

C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, skin protecting.

What is the CAS number of C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate is 1402155-63-8.

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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: 31/07/2014