Is Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar safe in cosmetics?
Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar
Also known as: Guar gum, carboxymethyl 2-hydroxypropyl ether, sodium salt, Sodium carboxylmethyl(hydroxypropyl)guar, Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar Gum
Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar (CAS 68130-15-4) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Binder; Emulsifier; Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Binder; Emulsifier; Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted in cosmetics; industrial grade classified as Category 2 skin irritant with hazard statements for skin irritation, eye irritation, and respiratory sensitization. These apply to raw powder handling, not finished cosmetic products.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Binder
Emulsifier
Thickening agent
Viscosity modifier
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Known Synonyms
Guar gum, carboxymethyl 2-hydroxypropyl ether, sodium salt
Sodium carboxylmethyl(hydroxypropyl)guar
Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar Gum
Chemical Function
Viscosity modifier
Emulsifier
Binder
Thickening agent
Regulatory Lists
fracking; water
fracking
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar allowed in the EU?
Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar do in cosmetics?
Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar functions as: Binder; Emulsifier; Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68130-15-4.
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