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Oryza Sativa Starch

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

What is it?

Oryza Sativa Starch is a high-polymeric carbohydrate material derived from the peeled seeds of the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae

What does it do?

Oryza Sativa Starch 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

  • Bulking

    adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Oryza Sativa Starch 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 Oryza Sativa Starch?

Oryza Sativa Starch is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oryza Sativa Starch is a high-polymeric carbohydrate material derived from the peeled seeds of the Rice, Oryza sativa L., Poaceae

Is Oryza Sativa Starch allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Oryza Sativa Starch is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Oryza Sativa Starch do in cosmetic products?

Oryza Sativa Starch is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, binding, bulking, viscosity controlling.

What is the CAS number of Oryza Sativa Starch?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oryza Sativa Starch is 9005-25-8.

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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