- INCI Name:Ethyl Methicone
- Functions:Slip Agent
- Benefit Claims:Imparts Lubricity, Dry Feel
Silwax®D02 is a patent pending low carbon content alkyl methicone designed to have the dry feel of cyclomethicone, but is free of D4 and D5. Silwax®D02 is a polymer under REACh and has a CAS number of 63148-54-9. Silwax®D02 provides excellent dry feel and lubricity in personal care formulations. The key product application is as a replacement for Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) and Cyclopentasiloxane (D5), in applications including, but not limited to, antiperspirants, hair glossers, resins, moisturizers, lotions and pigmented products. The alkyl pendant groups make it more compatible with many organic systems.