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PLATINUM DIVINYLDISILOXANE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A platinum complex used as a catalyst in silicone polymer manufacturing — present at trace, residual levels in cured silicones. Platinum compounds can sensitize at higher levels but cured silicones are inert.

Function

FILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Enables silicone polymer crosslinking
  • Used at very low catalytic concentrations
  • Highly effective hydrosilylation catalyst

Known concerns

  • Platinum compounds can sensitize at higher exposures
  • Used as a catalyst, not a functional ingredient
  • Trace residuals in the cured product

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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