Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, polymers with [(dimethylphenylsilyl)oxy]- and [(ethenyldimethylsilyl)oxy]-terminated dimethyl siloxanes
What does it do?
Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer 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/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer?
Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, polymers with [(dimethylphenylsilyl)oxy]- and [(ethenyldimethylsilyl)oxy]-terminated dimethyl siloxanes
Is Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethicone/phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is 243137-51-1.
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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: 15/10/2010