Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide is the product obtained by the hydrolysis (acid, enzyme or other method) of the polysaccharide fraction produced by the fermentation of Xanthomonas campestris, Xanthomonadaceae.
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide 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 Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide?
Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide is the product obtained by the hydrolysis (acid, enzyme or other method) of the polysaccharide fraction produced by the fermentation of Xanthomonas campestris, Xanthomonadaceae.
Is Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Xanthomonas Campestris Polysaccharide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.
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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: 11/10/2012