# Dimethiconol

URL: https://app.greenveil.ai/ingredients/ingredient_dtxsid_dtxsid001019098
Categories: beauty, cleaning, industrial
Functions: Defoamer, Humectant, Lubricating agent, No specific technical function, Softener and conditioner, Spray Modifier
Identifier: DTXSID001019098

> Dimethiconol is used as defoamer / humectant. EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 2862 composition records across product categories including Personal care, Construction, Home maintenance. Assessed from 4 sources.

## Safety assessment

- Chemical concern: not yet assessed
- Rationale: EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 2862 composition records across product categories including Personal care, Construction, Home maintenance.

## Regulatory status

- US: commercial use observed — EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 2862 composition records across product categories including Personal care, Construction, Home maintenance. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Lubricating agent, Softener and conditioner, Humectant.
- US: listed in openFDA substance — openFDA substance registry classifies this ingredient as polymer.

_Assessed by Greenveil._