Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane
A cosmetic ingredient used as nail conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pentacyclo[9.5.1.13,9.15,15.17,13]octasiloxane, 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15-octakis(2-methylpropyl)-
What does it do?
Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Nail conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails
EU regulatory status
Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane 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 Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane?
Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentacyclo[9.5.1.13,9.15,15.17,13]octasiloxane, 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15-octakis(2-methylpropyl)-
Is Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane do in cosmetic products?
Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: nail conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane is 221326-46-1.
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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: 08/10/2015