Dimethiconyl Silicate
What is it?
Dimethiconyl Silicate is the product obtained by the condensation of silica and dimethyldiethoxysilane.
EU regulatory status
Dimethiconyl Silicate 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 Dimethiconyl Silicate?
Dimethiconyl Silicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethiconyl Silicate is the product obtained by the condensation of silica and dimethyldiethoxysilane.
Is Dimethiconyl Silicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethiconyl Silicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 11/07/2012