Hydrolyzed Cellulose
A cosmetic ingredient used as deodorant, hair conditioning, hair waving or straightening in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Cellulose is the hydrolysate of Cellulose derived by acid, enzyme, or other method of hydrolysis
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Cellulose is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Hair waving or straightening
permanently changes the shape of hair through chemical reduction and re-oxidation of the hair's disulfide bonds
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Cellulose 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 Hydrolyzed Cellulose?
Hydrolyzed Cellulose is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Cellulose is the hydrolysate of Cellulose derived by acid, enzyme, or other method of hydrolysis
Is Hydrolyzed Cellulose allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Cellulose is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Cellulose do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Cellulose is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, hair conditioning, hair waving or straightening.
What is the CAS number of Hydrolyzed Cellulose?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrolyzed Cellulose is -.
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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