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PERFLUORONONYLETHYL PEG-8 DIMETHICONE

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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A fluorinated silicone polymer with a perfluorononyl PFAS side chain. EU Regulation 2024/2462 is phasing intentionally added PFAS out of cosmetics from 2026 — this ingredient falls within scope and is on a regulatory off-ramp.

Function

NOT REPORTED

Skin benefits

  • Extreme water and oil repellency
  • Forms ultra-thin durable film
  • Useful in long-wear color cosmetics

Known concerns

  • Contains perfluorononyl (C9 PFAS) chain — environmentally persistent, bioaccumulative
  • EU Reg 2024/2462 phases out intentionally added PFAS in cosmetics from 2026
  • PFAS linked to immune, thyroid, reproductive effects
  • PEG-8 chain adds 1,4-dioxane concern unless purified

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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