Allowed in EU

Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane

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

What is it?

Trisiloxane, 2-(3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,9,9,10,10,10-heptadecafluorodecyl)-1,1,1,3,5,5,5-heptamethyl-

What does it do?

Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

EU regulatory status

Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane 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 Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane?

Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Trisiloxane, 2-(3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,9,9,10,10,10-heptadecafluorodecyl)-1,1,1,3,5,5,5-heptamethyl-

Is Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane do in cosmetic products?

Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding.

What is the CAS number of Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Perfluorooctylethyl Trisiloxane is 163921-85-5.

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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