Microbial Cellulose
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Microbial Cellulose is the Cellulose produced by Gluconacetobacter xylinus through fermentation.
What does it do?
Microbial Cellulose 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
Microbial 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 Microbial Cellulose?
Microbial Cellulose is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Microbial Cellulose is the Cellulose produced by Gluconacetobacter xylinus through fermentation.
Is Microbial Cellulose allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Microbial Cellulose is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Microbial Cellulose do in cosmetic products?
Microbial Cellulose 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: 18/04/2018