Cetyl Trimethoxysilane
A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silane, hexadecyltrimethoxy-
What does it do?
Cetyl Trimethoxysilane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Not reported
function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised
EU regulatory status
Cetyl Trimethoxysilane 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 Trimethoxysilane?
Cetyl Trimethoxysilane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silane, hexadecyltrimethoxy-
Is Cetyl Trimethoxysilane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Trimethoxysilane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Trimethoxysilane do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Trimethoxysilane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.
What is the CAS number of Cetyl Trimethoxysilane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetyl Trimethoxysilane is 16415-12-6.
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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: 18/06/2013