Gutta Percha
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Gutta-percha. Extractives and their physically modified derivatives. It is a product which may contain resin acids and their esters, terpenes, and oxidation or polymerization products of these terpenes. (Payena and Palaquium, Sapotaceae)
What does it do?
Gutta Percha is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Gutta Percha 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 Gutta Percha?
Gutta Percha is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Gutta-percha. Extractives and their physically modified derivatives. It is a product which may contain resin acids and their esters, terpenes, and oxidation or polymerization products of these terpenes. (Payena and Palaquium, Sapotaceae)
Is Gutta Percha allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Gutta Percha is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Gutta Percha do in cosmetic products?
Gutta Percha is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Gutta Percha?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Gutta Percha is 9000-32-2.
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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