Hydrogenated Potato Starch
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrogenated Potato Starch is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Solanum Tuberosum Starch
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Potato Starch is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Potato Starch 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 Hydrogenated Potato Starch?
Hydrogenated Potato Starch is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrogenated Potato Starch is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Solanum Tuberosum Starch
Is Hydrogenated Potato Starch allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Potato Starch is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Potato Starch do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Potato Starch is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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