Sodium Heparosan
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin protecting, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Heparosan is the sodium salt of the mucopolysaccharide comprised of repeating units of β-D-glucuronic acid and N-acetyl- a-D-glucosamine.
What does it do?
Sodium Heparosan 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 protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Heparosan 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 Heparosan?
Sodium Heparosan is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Heparosan is the sodium salt of the mucopolysaccharide comprised of repeating units of β-D-glucuronic acid and N-acetyl- a-D-glucosamine.
Is Sodium Heparosan allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Heparosan is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Heparosan do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Heparosan is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin protecting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Heparosan?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Heparosan is 1544497-09-7.
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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: 21/11/2014