Undecylenoyl Xanthan Gum

INCI: UNDECYLENOYL XANTHAN GUM

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned (derivative of undecylenic acid + xanthan gum CAS 11138-66-2)
Function
Viscosity controlling, skin conditioning, film forming, antimicrobial boost
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; xanthan gum parent is GRAS (21 CFR 172.695)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Fermentation-derived xanthan gum โ€” confirm absence of residual fermentation solvents. Minimal standalone safety data for the modified derivative

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Undecylenoyl Xanthan Gum safe in cosmetics?

Fermentation-derived xanthan gum โ€” confirm absence of residual fermentation solvents. Minimal standalone safety data for the modified derivative The EU classifies Undecylenoyl Xanthan Gum as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Undecylenoyl Xanthan Gum allowed in the EU?

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

What does Undecylenoyl Xanthan Gum do in cosmetics?

Undecylenoyl Xanthan Gum functions as: Viscosity controlling, skin conditioning, film forming, antimicrobial boost. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (derivative of undecylenic acid + xanthan gum CAS 11138-66-2).

What is the Margin of Safety for Undecylenoyl Xanthan Gum?

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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