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Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Si-modified PEG emulsifier / Silicone surfactant

Safety Notes

Silicone-PEG emulsifier; enables water-in-silicone emulsions for sunscreens with elegant feel; no whitening; used in premium sunscreen formulations; 1,4-dioxane contamination from PEG, verify COA

Function & Common Use

Function

Emulsifier / W/S/W Emulsifier

Category

Emulsifier

Common In

Water-in-silicone sunscreens anhydrous products

Origin

Synthetic (silicone-PEG)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone safe to use in skincare?

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Silicone-PEG emulsifier; enables water-in-silicone emulsions for sunscreens with elegant feel; no whitening; used in premium sunscreen formulations; 1,4-dioxane contamination from PEG, verify COA

Is Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone allowed in India?

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone used for in cosmetics?

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone functions as: Emulsifier / W/S/W Emulsifier. It is commonly found in: Water-in-silicone sunscreens anhydrous products.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CASN/A
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