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Conditioning Agent

METHYLEUGENYL PEG-8 DIMETHICONE

CAS 200443-93-2 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A silicone carrying a methyleugenol-derived moiety — methyleugenol itself is IARC 2B (possible carcinogen) and EU-restricted in cosmetics. Use only where bound-form chemistry has been validated; consider safer alternatives.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Silicone conditioning
  • Mild fragrance carrier
  • Improves substantivity

Known concerns

  • Methyleugenol is an IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen
  • EU restricts methyleugenol in cosmetics
  • Fragrance allergen risk
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane from PEG step

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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