Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3,3,5-tetramethyl-1,1,5,5-tetraphenyltrisiloxane
What does it do?
Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl 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 Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane?
Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3,3,5-tetramethyl-1,1,5,5-tetraphenyltrisiloxane
Is Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane do in cosmetic products?
Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane is 3982-82-9.
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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