Cyclic SiloxanesUpdated a month ago
Cyclic siloxanes, also known as D4 (octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane), D5 (decamethylcyclopentasiloxane), and D6 (dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane), are a group of synthetic chemicals primarily used in cosmetics, personal care products, and industrial applications. D4, in particular, has been linked to reproductive toxicity in animal studies, while D5 and D6 are considered potential environmental pollutants.