Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, bulking, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Starch, phosphate, 2-hydroxypropyl ether, sodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate 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 Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate?
Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Starch, phosphate, 2-hydroxypropyl ether, sodium salt
Is Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, bulking, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is 221355-22-2.
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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