An organosilane with a long C18 chain, used as a binder.
What it is
Stearyl triethoxysilane is triethoxyoctadecylsilane, an organosilicon compound in which a silicon atom carries an octadecyl (stearyl) chain and three ethoxy groups. CosIng lists it as a binding ingredient. Silanes of this type are also used to treat the surface of pigments and powders.
Where it is used
Found in make-up such as powders and foundations.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI list does not show whether it is present as such or as a surface treatment of another ingredient.
Functions
- Binding
- Providing adhesive properties during and after compression in cosmetic tablets and/or cakes.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.