Croscarmellose

INCI: CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM

CAS Number
74811-65-7
Function
Viscosity controlling, absorbent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA GRAS as pharmaceutical excipient with NF monograph. Permitted in cosmetics with no specific restrictions.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Excellent safety profile with negligible absorption. Ensure pharmaceutical-grade sourcing and verify absence of residual cross-linking agents in leave-on products.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Croscarmellose safe in cosmetics?

Excellent safety profile with negligible absorption. Ensure pharmaceutical-grade sourcing and verify absence of residual cross-linking agents in leave-on products. The EU classifies Croscarmellose as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Croscarmellose allowed in the EU?

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

What does Croscarmellose do in cosmetics?

Croscarmellose functions as: Viscosity controlling, absorbent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 74811-65-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Croscarmellose?

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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