Polyhydroxybutyrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Butanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, (3R)-, homopolymer
What does it do?
Polyhydroxybutyrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Polyhydroxybutyrate 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 Polyhydroxybutyrate?
Polyhydroxybutyrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, (3R)-, homopolymer
Is Polyhydroxybutyrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyhydroxybutyrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyhydroxybutyrate do in cosmetic products?
Polyhydroxybutyrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Polyhydroxybutyrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyhydroxybutyrate is 29435-48-1, 26744-04-7.
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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: 12/11/2014