PEG-8 Dimethicone

PEG-8 Dimethicone

Item No. ELL-PEG8DI-01
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Description
Description
PEG-8 Dimethicone is a water soluble nonionic dimethicone copolyol. HLB 10. Molecular weight 5500Da
Benefits
  • Improves skin feel
  • Detackifies ingredients in formulas
  • Adds additional moisturization to surfactant systems (shampoos, cleansers, shower gels) due to emolliency properties
  • Adds slip to carbomer based formulas
Use
Typical use level 1-5%. Add to water phase of formulas but do not heat over 50°C/125°F. Can also be mixed into emulsions after the temperature dropped to 50°C/125°F. For external use only.
Applications
Creams, lotions, hair care products, shower gels, sun care, makeup.
CAS
68937-54-2
INCI
PEG-8 dimethicone
composition
PEG-8 dimethicone
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Clear liquid, bland odor
Solubility
Water-soluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Dimethyldichlorosilane, polyoxyethylene and water
Manufacture
Dimethicone is made from dimethyldichlorosilane which is produced by powdered silicon (silicone dioxide) and methyl chloride. Dimethyldichlorosilane is then hydrolyzed to give a hydrolysate of polysiloxanes. In a polymerization reaction with water the polysiloxanes are then polymerized to a linear silicone polymer (dimethicone). Dimethicone is then further reacted with polyoxyethylene to form PEG-8 dimethicone.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3910000000