Croscarmellose
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, bulking, gel forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Croscarmellose is the sodium salt of crosslinked cellulose carboxymethyl ether
What does it do?
Croscarmellose is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Gel forming
thickens a liquid formulation into a gel-like consistency
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Croscarmellose 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 Croscarmellose?
Croscarmellose is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Croscarmellose is the sodium salt of crosslinked cellulose carboxymethyl ether
Is Croscarmellose allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Croscarmellose is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Croscarmellose do in cosmetic products?
Croscarmellose is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, bulking, gel forming, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Croscarmellose?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Croscarmellose is 9000-11-7.
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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