Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Biodegradable; no significant safety flags identified; well-tolerated by most skin types
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch safe in cosmetics?
Biodegradable; no significant safety flags identified; well-tolerated by most skin types The EU classifies Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch allowed in the EU?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch do in cosmetics?
Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch functions as: Binding, emulsion stabilising, film forming, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9063-38-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Carboxymethyl Starch?
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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