Allowed in EU

Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Hydroxypropyldimethicone and Polysorbate 20 crosslinked with Succinic Acid

What does it do?

Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair fixing

    holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand

EU regulatory status

Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 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 Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer?

Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Hydroxypropyldimethicone and Polysorbate 20 crosslinked with Succinic Acid

Is Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?

Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair fixing.

What is the CAS number of Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is -.

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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