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Rapeseed Glucoside

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

What is it?

Rapeseed Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of the fatty alcohols derived from Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil glucose

What does it do?

Rapeseed Glucoside is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Rapeseed Glucoside 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 Rapeseed Glucoside?

Rapeseed Glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rapeseed Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of the fatty alcohols derived from Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil glucose

Is Rapeseed Glucoside allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Rapeseed Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Rapeseed Glucoside do in cosmetic products?

Rapeseed Glucoside is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Rapeseed Glucoside?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rapeseed Glucoside 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