Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting, uv filter in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides is the polysaccharide fraction isolated from the cell walls of Deinococcus radiodurans.
What does it do?
Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Uv filter
absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens
EU regulatory status
Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides 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 Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides?
Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides is the polysaccharide fraction isolated from the cell walls of Deinococcus radiodurans.
Is Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides do in cosmetic products?
Deinococcus Cell Wall Polysaccharides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting, uv filter.
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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: 07/07/2020