Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, emulsion stabilising, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is the calcium salt of the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Corn Starch
What does it do?
Calcium 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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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Calcium 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 Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate?
Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is the calcium salt of the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Corn Starch
Is Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate do in cosmetic products?
Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, emulsion stabilising, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
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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