Succinoglycan
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Exopolysaccharides composed of repeating units containing one galactose and seven glucose molecules produced by fermentation of Agrobacterium tumefaciens
What does it do?
Succinoglycan is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Succinoglycan 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 Succinoglycan?
Succinoglycan is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Exopolysaccharides composed of repeating units containing one galactose and seven glucose molecules produced by fermentation of Agrobacterium tumefaciens
Is Succinoglycan allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Succinoglycan is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Succinoglycan do in cosmetic products?
Succinoglycan is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Succinoglycan?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Succinoglycan is 73667-50-2.
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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