Tapioca Starch Crosspolymer

INCI: TAPIOCA STARCH CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not assigned (crosslinked polymer)
Function
Absorbent, viscosity controlling, binding; Tapioca Starch crosslinked with epichlorohydrin
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; reviewed by CIR Expert Panel as part of polysaccharide gums group โ€” concluded safe in current practices of use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Crosslinked with epichlorohydrin (CAS 106-89-8), which is a CMR substance โ€” residual epichlorohydrin levels in final polymer must be controlled and verified to be below detectable limits . Final crosslinked product itself is considered safe.

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tapioca Starch Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

Crosslinked with epichlorohydrin (CAS 106-89-8), which is a CMR substance โ€” residual epichlorohydrin levels in final polymer must be controlled and verified to be below detectable limits . Final crosslinked product itself is considered safe. The EU classifies Tapioca Starch Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Tapioca Starch Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

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

What does Tapioca Starch Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

Tapioca Starch Crosspolymer functions as: Absorbent, viscosity controlling, binding; Tapioca Starch crosslinked with epichlorohydrin. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (crosslinked polymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Tapioca Starch Crosspolymer?

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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