Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimethicone/Aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer is a branched siloxane polymer made from methyl triethoxysilane, aminopropyl triethoxysilane, and dimethyl siloxane.
What does it do?
Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer 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/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer?
Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethicone/Aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer is a branched siloxane polymer made from methyl triethoxysilane, aminopropyl triethoxysilane, and dimethyl siloxane.
Is Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Dimethicone/aminopropyl Silsesquioxane Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning.
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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: 16/09/2015