Dimethicone Methacrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimethicone Methacrylate is a derivative of Dimethicone in which one of the methyl groups at the end of the dimethicone has been replaced by a methacryloyloxypropyl group. It conforms generally to the formula:
What does it do?
Dimethicone Methacrylate 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
Dimethicone Methacrylate 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 Dimethicone Methacrylate?
Dimethicone Methacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethicone Methacrylate is a derivative of Dimethicone in which one of the methyl groups at the end of the dimethicone has been replaced by a methacryloyloxypropyl group. It conforms generally to the formula:
Is Dimethicone Methacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethicone Methacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethicone Methacrylate do in cosmetic products?
Dimethicone Methacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.
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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: 24/04/2018