Is Gellan Gum safe in cosmetics?
Gellan Gum has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Gellan Gum
INCI: GELLAN GUM
Gellan Gum (CAS 71010-52-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as gelling agent, rheology modifier, thickener, stabilizer. NOAEL 1460 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
gelling agent, rheology modifier, thickener, stabilizer
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
GRAS for food; FDA permitted. Widely used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Gellan Gum.
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Gellan Gum. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 2500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Multigeneration Reproductive | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 3000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | monkey | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 4900 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Carcinogenicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 6000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for Gellan Gum across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
EPA ToxValDB — Toxicity Values
3 toxicity values from EPA ToxValDB (aggregated from CCTE, HPV, ToxRefDB, IRIS, and other regulatory dossiers).
| Endpoint | Value | Species | Route | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEL | =200 mg/kg-day | Human | oral | short-term | EFSA |
| NOAEL | =3627 mg/kg-day | Mouse | oral | chronic | EFSA |
| NOAEL | =1460 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | chronic | EFSA |
Additional Ingredient Properties
10 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
acne
{"cas_number": "71010-52-1", "anti_acne_mechanism": "anti_inflammatory", "comedogenicity_rating_0_to_5": "0", "acne_type_efficacy": "inflammatory", "sebum_reduction_pct_clinical": "0-5", "prescription_required_usa": "No", "otc_drug_monograph_category": "No", "max_otc_concentration_pct": "No limit", "japan_quasi_drug_anti_acne": "No", "korea_functional_cosmetic_acne": "No", "eu_cosmetic_restriction…
anti_pollution
{"cas_number": "71010-52-1", "ingredient_class": "anti_pollution", "primary_mechanism": "film_forming_barrier", "pollution_types_targeted": "PM2_5", "IR_A_protection": "no", "visible_light_protection": "no", "digital_screen_protection_claim": "no", "PAH_neutralization": "no", "ozone_protection": "no", "mitochondrial_protection": "no", "Nrf2_activation": "no", "AhR_pathway_modulation": "no", "NF_kB…
biopolymer
{"cas_number": "71010-52-1", "polymer_class": "microbial_gum", "botanical_source": "Sphingomonas elodea fermentation", "molecular_weight_range_kDa": "500-1000", "monosaccharide_composition": "glucose/glucuronic acid/rhamnose (2:1:1)", "degree_of_branching": "linear", "charge_type": "anionic", "viscosity_1pct_solution_mPas": "100-500", "pseudoplastic_behavior": "weak", "thixotropy": "no", "yield_st…
comedogenicity_detail
{"comedogenicity_rating": "0", "irritancy_rating": "0", "skin_type_suitability": "all,oily,combination,normal", "acne_safe": "yes", "source": "Ferment thickener"}
ecotoxicity
{"biodegradable": "yes", "biodegradation_days": "28-60", "bioaccumulative": "no", "aquatic_toxicity_level": "low", "coral_reef_safe": "yes", "marine_toxicity": "very low toxicity", "freshwater_toxicity": "minimal impact", "endocrine_disruptor": "no", "persistent_organic_pollutant": "no", "microplastic": "no", "nano_particle": "no", "hawaii_banned": "no", "eu_restricted_environmental": "no", "palm_…
emulsion_hlb
{"hlb_required_as_emulsifier": "no", "emulsifier_type": "o_w", "emulsion_stabilization_mechanism": "steric_stabilization", "co_emulsifier_pairs": "none_required", "optimal_oil_phase_pct": "3-15", "optimal_water_phase_pct": "85-97", "electrolyte_tolerance": "low", "pH_emulsion_stability_range": "3.0-10.0", "viscosity_building_contribution": "very_high", "droplet_size_range_um": "0.1-8", "zeta_poten…
hair_care
{"hair_function": "styling", "hair_type_suitability": "all", "curl_pattern_suitability": "curly/coily", "porosity_suitability": "all", "protein_sensitivity": "neutral", "moisture_protein_balance": "yes", "cg_method_approved": "not-a-silicone", "silicone_type": "not-a-sulfate", "sulfate_type": "no", "drying_alcohol": "no", "fatty_alcohol": "no", "heat_protectant": "yes", "color_safe": "neutral", "k…
ph_stability
{"optimal_ph_min": "3.0", "optimal_ph_max": "10.0", "stable_ph_min": "3.0", "stable_ph_max": "11.0", "ph_dependent_function": "Good pH stability", "formulation_note": "Forms rigid or elastic gels", "source": "Formulation literature"}
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Film former
Stabilizing agent
Thickening agent
Viscosity modifier
Regulatory List Membership (1)
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Gellan Gum.
Regulatory Flags
eu-compliant
biodegradable
reach-spm-exempt
natural-polymer
cosmos-eligible
gras
cation-dependent-gelation
fluid-gel
microbial-origin
novel-texture
hydrogel
fda_food_additive
jecfa_safe
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Gellan Gum by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
4
Lowest NOAEL
2500 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
6000 mg/kg bw/day
COSMOS_DB
Chemical Function
Film former
Viscosity modifier
Stabilizing agent
Thickening agent
Regulatory Lists
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
food_additive; Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) (2/2019)
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gellan Gum allowed in the EU?
Gellan Gum EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gellan Gum do in cosmetics?
Gellan Gum functions as: gelling agent, rheology modifier, thickener, stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 71010-52-1.
What is the NOAEL for Gellan Gum?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Gellan Gum is 2500 mg/kg bw/day based on a Multigeneration Reproductive study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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