Acacia Senegal Gum Extract

INCI: ACACIA SENEGAL GUM EXTRACT

CAS Number
9000-01-5; EINECS 232-519-5
Function
Adhesive, Binder, Emulsion Stabilizer, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Masking
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA GRAS as food additive; CIR: Safe as used (2005), reopened 2023 for re-assessment, draft amended report issued Feb 2025

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Now used in 1,833 formulations (up from 1 in 2001); max concentration 26.7% in oral hygiene products; used in sprays up to 44%; IgE-mediated asthma/rhinitis reports in occupational exposure; new use in baby products triggered reopening

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acacia Senegal Gum Extract safe in cosmetics?

Now used in 1,833 formulations (up from 1 in 2001); max concentration 26.7% in oral hygiene products; used in sprays up to 44%; IgE-mediated asthma/rhinitis reports in occupational exposure; new use in baby products triggered reopening The EU classifies Acacia Senegal Gum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Acacia Senegal Gum Extract allowed in the EU?

Acacia Senegal Gum Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Acacia Senegal Gum Extract do in cosmetics?

Acacia Senegal Gum Extract functions as: Adhesive, Binder, Emulsion Stabilizer, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9000-01-5; EINECS 232-519-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Acacia Senegal Gum Extract?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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