Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Siloxanes and Silicones, Me hydrogen, reaction products with starch
What does it do?
Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane 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 Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane?
Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and Silicones, Me hydrogen, reaction products with starch
Is Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane do in cosmetic products?
Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane is 68989-12-8.
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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: 02/04/2014