Allowed in EU

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate

A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, binding, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate is the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

What does it do?

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Absorbent

    takes up water-based or oil-based substances

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

EU regulatory status

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate 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 Starch Octenylsuccinate?

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate is the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

Is Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate do in cosmetic products?

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Octenylsuccinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, binding, film forming.

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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