Nigero Oligosaccharides
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nigero Oligosaccharides is a mixture of the alpha-1,3-linked gluco-oligomer nigerose, nigerosyl glucose and nigerosyl maltose
What does it do?
Nigero Oligosaccharides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
EU regulatory status
Nigero Oligosaccharides 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 Nigero Oligosaccharides?
Nigero Oligosaccharides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nigero Oligosaccharides is a mixture of the alpha-1,3-linked gluco-oligomer nigerose, nigerosyl glucose and nigerosyl maltose
Is Nigero Oligosaccharides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Nigero Oligosaccharides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Nigero Oligosaccharides do in cosmetic products?
Nigero Oligosaccharides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant.
What is the CAS number of Nigero Oligosaccharides?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Nigero Oligosaccharides 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