Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, film forming, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is the product obtained by the reaction of butyric and acetic anhydrides with carboxymethyl cellulose
What does it do?
Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate 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 Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate?
Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is the product obtained by the reaction of butyric and acetic anhydrides with carboxymethyl cellulose
Is Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate do in cosmetic products?
Carboxymethyl Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, film forming, 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