Is Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?
Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer
INCI: CORN STARCH/MALTODEXTRIN CROSSPOLYMER
Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer (CAS Not assigned (crosslinked polysaccharide)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Absorbent, bulking agent, viscosity controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Absorbent, bulking agent, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA permitted for cosmetic use; no restrictions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?
Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?
Corn Starch/Maltodextrin Crosspolymer functions as: Absorbent, bulking agent, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (crosslinked polysaccharide).
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