Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Protein hydrolyzates, corn. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of Zea mays composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin.
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein 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 Corn Protein?
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Protein hydrolyzates, corn. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of Zea mays composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin.
Is Hydrolyzed Corn Protein allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Corn Protein is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Corn Protein do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydrolyzed Corn Protein?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrolyzed Corn Protein is 100209-41-4.
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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