Biosaccharide Gum-2
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Biosaccharide Gum-2 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. It is described as a polymer of alpha-L-Rhap-beta-D- Galp- alpha-L- Rhap- beta-D-GlepA- alpha-L Rhap- alpha-D-Galp
What does it do?
Biosaccharide Gum-2 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Biosaccharide Gum-2 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 Biosaccharide Gum-2?
Biosaccharide Gum-2 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Biosaccharide Gum-2 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. It is described as a polymer of alpha-L-Rhap-beta-D- Galp- alpha-L- Rhap- beta-D-GlepA- alpha-L Rhap- alpha-D-Galp
Is Biosaccharide Gum-2 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Biosaccharide Gum-2 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Biosaccharide Gum-2 do in cosmetic products?
Biosaccharide Gum-2 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Biosaccharide Gum-2?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Biosaccharide Gum-2 is 283602-75-5 /758716-52-8.
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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: 30/09/2015