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Caprylyl Methicone
Caprylyl Methicone
Low concern
Caprylyl methicone is a cosmetic-only silicone reviewed by CIR as safe for cosmetic use. It is not used or approved in food.
Found in
9 products
What it is
A silicone fluid (octyl-modified polydimethylsiloxane); used as cosmetic emollient.
Not a food ingredient; cosmetic skin-conditioning agent and solvent.
Why it's flagged
- cosmetic-only, not food
What regulators actually say
"Cosmetic products and ingredients, other than color additives, do not need FDA approval before they go on the market."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Not approved as a food additive; cosmetic use under FD&C Act.
European Union — EFSA
Not assessed as a food additive.
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