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CAS Number: 63148-62-9, 31692-79-2
Synonyms: Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol
Cosmetic Fluid 0515-OH, also supplied by Innospec Performance Chemicals, is another silicone-based ingredient used extensively in the personal care industry.
Like its counterpart 1406-OH, it is a blend with the INCI name Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol .
While sharing a similar chemical composition, this specific fluid is engineered to offer a distinct set of textural and sensory properties.
This ingredient is described as a high viscosity fluid, which contributes to its specific performance characteristics in formulations .
Its primary role is also as an emollient, but it is particularly prized for the unique feel it imparts to the skin.
It provides a smooth feeling and is especially effective at reducing tackiness, the sticky or adhesive sensation that can be left on the skin by some cosmetic products.
This non-tacky property makes it an excellent choice for creating formulations that glide on easily and leave a clean, dry after-feel .
Cosmetic Fluid 0515-OH is widely used in applications where a smooth, silky slip is desired.
It is a popular ingredient in daily care products for dry skin, where its emollient properties help to moisturize and soothe without leaving a greasy residue.
It is also used in sun care protection for similar reasons, contributing to a more pleasant application experience.
The fluid is particularly noted for its use in "skin slip" applications, which refers to the ease with which a product spreads across the skin.
This makes it ideal for products like body lotions, intimate care products, and various other skin care formulations where a smooth, non-tacky finish is a key consumer desire
Specific Applications and Benefits:
Anti-Tack Formulations: Its primary strength is eliminating the sticky or tacky residue left by many high-performance skincare ingredients. It is frequently used in:
Gels and Serums: Added to water-based gels containing high levels of humectants (like hyaluronic acid or glycerin) to provide a smooth, silky slip and eliminate the "pull" during application.
Sunscreens: Used to counteract the inherent tackiness of many organic UV filters, resulting in a sunscreen that feels dry and silky upon application.
Skin Slip Products: "Skin slip" refers to the ease with which a product spreads. This fluid is ideal for shaving creams, depilatory products, and body lotions where a smooth, gliding action is desired to prevent razor drag or allow for even coverage over large areas.
Formulations for Dry Skin: In rich body butters and creams for dry or compromised skin, it provides intense emollience and smoothness. It helps to fill in micro-cracks in the skin's surface, creating an instantly smoother feel while the heavier oils and butters provide deep nourishment.
Suspension Agent: Its viscosity can help to suspend insoluble particles (like shimmer pigments or microcapsules of fragrance) within a formulation, ensuring a uniform product appearance and dose delivery.
Physical Properties
While specific numerical values may require supplier disclosure, the product is characterized by its ultra-high viscosity dimethiconol component blended with low viscosity dimethicone, creating a balanced rheological profile suitable for various formulation types .
SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT COSMETIC FLUID 0515-OH
First aid measures:
Description of first aid measures:
General advice:
Consult a physician.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Move out of dangerous area:
If inhaled:
If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact:
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact:
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.
If swallowed:
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a physician.
Firefighting measures:
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas
Advice for firefighters:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Accidental release measures:
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment.
Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Environmental precautions:
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Handling and storage:
Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Storage class (TRGS 510): 8A: Combustible, corrosive hazardous materials
Exposure controls/personal protection:
Control parameters:
Components with workplace control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Exposure controls:
Appropriate engineering controls:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment:
Eye/face protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles.
Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection:
Handle with gloves.
Gloves must be inspected prior to use.
Use proper glove
removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product.
Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
Full contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Body Protection:
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection:
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a fullface respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls.
If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator.
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Stability and reactivity:
Chemical stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Incompatible materials:
Strong oxidizing agents:
Hazardous decomposition products:
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas.
Disposal considerations:
Waste treatment methods:
Product:
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging:
Dispose of as unused product
