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ASTRAGALUS GUMMIFER GUM

CAS 9000-65-1 Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Tragacanth — a natural plant gum from Astragalus shrubs, used as a thickener and emulsifier. Decades of safe use in food and cosmetics; very low irritation potential.

Skin benefits

  • Thickens and stabilizes formulas
  • Gentle on skin
  • Plant-based

Known concerns

  • Rare allergy in sensitive individuals
  • Batch viscosity variation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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