Tetraethyl Orthosilicate
A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethyl Silicate,Silicic acid (H4SiO4), tetraethyl ester,TEOS
What does it do?
Tetraethyl Orthosilicate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Not reported
function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised
EU regulatory status
Tetraethyl Orthosilicate 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 Tetraethyl Orthosilicate?
Tetraethyl Orthosilicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethyl Silicate,Silicic acid (H4SiO4), tetraethyl ester,TEOS
Is Tetraethyl Orthosilicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetraethyl Orthosilicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetraethyl Orthosilicate do in cosmetic products?
Tetraethyl Orthosilicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.
What is the CAS number of Tetraethyl Orthosilicate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetraethyl Orthosilicate is 78-10-4.
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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: 18/04/2018