Starch Laurate
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Starch Laurate is the product obtained by the reaction of lauric acid with starch.
What does it do?
Starch Laurate 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
EU regulatory status
Starch Laurate 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 Starch Laurate?
Starch Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Starch Laurate is the product obtained by the reaction of lauric acid with starch.
Is Starch Laurate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Starch Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Starch Laurate do in cosmetic products?
Starch Laurate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive.
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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: 03/06/2014