Carboxymethyl Chitin
A cosmetic ingredient used as gel forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chitin, 6-(carboxymethyl) ether
What does it do?
Carboxymethyl Chitin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Gel forming
thickens a liquid formulation into a gel-like consistency
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Carboxymethyl Chitin 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 Chitin?
Carboxymethyl Chitin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chitin, 6-(carboxymethyl) ether
Is Carboxymethyl Chitin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Carboxymethyl Chitin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Carboxymethyl Chitin do in cosmetic products?
Carboxymethyl Chitin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: gel forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Carboxymethyl Chitin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Carboxymethyl Chitin is 52108-64-2.
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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