Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate
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?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate is the sulfate ester of Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran.
What does it do?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate 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
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate 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 Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate is the sulfate ester of Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran.
Is Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Dextran Sulfate 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: 19/04/2018