Cellulose
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 9004-34-6
EINECS / EC 232-674-9
CosIng Ref 32480
Chemical Name (6S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(3S)-4,5,6-trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol
IUPAC Name —
Formula C12H22O11
Mol. Weight 342.3 g/mol
InChIKey GUBGYTABKSRVRQ-WFVLMXAXSA-N
Function & Classification
Primary Function Thickener
Secondary Functions BULKING; OPACIFYING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Category Thickeners & Polymers
Manufacturer Croda International
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
1 / 10
Skin Type Compatibility
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
NOAEL >5000 mg/kg bw/day (oral) FDA GRAS
Sensitization Non-sensitizer
Genotoxicity Non-genotoxic
Phototoxicity Non-phototoxic
LD₅₀ Oral >5000 mg/kg (rat)
Skin Irritation (Draize) 0.0 / 4.0
Eye Irritation (Draize) 0.0 / 4.0
Formulation Guidelines
Benefits 100% natural; readily biodegradable; vegan; exceptional sensory and optical benefits; sustainable alternative to plastic microbeads
Suppliers & Documents
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