Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, anticaking, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Starch, hydrogen octenylbutanedionate, aluminum salt
What does it do?
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate?
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Starch, hydrogen octenylbutanedionate, aluminum salt
Is Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, anticaking, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is 9087-61-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010