Is Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?
Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer
INCI: CARBOMER/PAPAIN CROSSPOLYMER
Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer (CAS 1203594-64-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Viscosity controlling, enzymatic exfoliation (papain digests keratin proteins. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Viscosity controlling, enzymatic exfoliation (papain digests keratin proteins for smoother skin)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted. Carbomers reviewed by CIR and found safe; papain has GRAS status for food
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Viscosity modifier
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Chemical Function
Viscosity modifier
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?
Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?
Carbomer/Papain Crosspolymer functions as: Viscosity controlling, enzymatic exfoliation (papain digests keratin proteins for smoother skin). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1203594-64-2.
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