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Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Oblongichytrium sp. PB-55 Polysaccharides is the polysaccharide fraction isolated from the microorganism Oblongichytrium sp. PB-55.

What does it do?

Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides 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 Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides?

Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oblongichytrium sp. PB-55 Polysaccharides is the polysaccharide fraction isolated from the microorganism Oblongichytrium sp. PB-55.

Is Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides do in cosmetic products?

Oblongichytrium Sp. Pb-55 Polysaccharides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

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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: 23/10/2019