Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Item No. ELL-POLYMETSILSESQ-01
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Description
Description
High-performing spherical silicone powder providing enhanced aesthetics and wrinkle-masking effects. It creates a non-thickening effect, has excellent water-repellency and flows freely without agglomeration, providing superior handling and processing ease. Typical particle size 4-6 micron (not nano-sized).
Benefits
  • Gives skin a smooth, silky, powdery feeling and masks and blurs wrinkles
  • Effectively absorbs sebum
  • Enhances water repellency
  • Provides good surface-slip and anti-caking properties
Use
Typical use level 1-20%, add to oil phase of formula. For external use only.
Applications
Creams, foundations, lipsticks, eye shadows, eyeliners, mascara and powder products.
CAS
68554-70-1
INCI
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
composition
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Fine, white powder
Solubility
Water-insoluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Methyltrichlorosilane and methanol
Manufacture
Methyltrichlorosilane and methanol are used to form methyltrimethoxysilane which is then polymerized by hydrolysis and condensation to form polymethylsilsesquioxane.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3208100000