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Is Cyclohexasiloxane vegetarian?

Cyclohexasiloxane

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Cyclohexasiloxane is a cyclic dimethyl polysiloxane compound (silicone), used in cosmetics as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Also known as D6, Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane
INCI name Cyclohexasiloxane
CAS number 540-97-6
EC number 208-762-8
CosIng ID 75406
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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