Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Siloxanes and Silicones, cetyl Me, 3-[3-(2,3-dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropoxy]propyl Me, di-Me, Me 2-[3,3,3-trimethyl-1,1-bis[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]-1-disiloxanyl]ethyl
What does it do?
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl 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 Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone?
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and Silicones, cetyl Me, 3-[3-(2,3-dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropoxy]propyl Me, di-Me, Me 2-[3,3,3-trimethyl-1,1-bis[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]-1-disiloxanyl]ethyl
Is Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetyl Diglyceryl Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone is 1466529-58-7.
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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: 28/08/2014