Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin is the sodium salt of the product obtained by the reaction of chloroacetic acid with Inulin
What does it do?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin 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 Inulin?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin is the sodium salt of the product obtained by the reaction of chloroacetic acid with Inulin
Is Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Carboxymethyl Inulin is 430439-54-6.
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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