Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan

INCI: CARBOXYMETHYL CAPROOYL CHITOSAN

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Absorbent, film forming, humectant, surfactant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Chitosan derivatives generally recognized in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Shellfish-derived ingredient requiring allergen disclosure; amphiphilic nature may increase skin penetration compared to unmodified chitosan.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan safe in cosmetics?

Shellfish-derived ingredient requiring allergen disclosure; amphiphilic nature may increase skin penetration compared to unmodified chitosan. The EU classifies Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan allowed in the EU?

Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan do in cosmetics?

Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan functions as: Absorbent, film forming, humectant, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Carboxymethyl Caprooyl Chitosan?

not established 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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