Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate is the carboxymethyl derivative of Sodium Hyaluronate
What does it do?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate 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
EU regulatory status
Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate 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 Hyaluronate?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate is the carboxymethyl derivative of Sodium Hyaluronate
Is Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Hyaluronate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
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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: 21/06/2016