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Thickener

CARBOXYMETHYL HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE

CAS 9088-04-4 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A modified cellulose polymer (carboxymethyl + hydroxyethyl groups) — plant-derived thickener and film former. Inert, food-additive safety profile.

Function

BINDINGEMULSION STABILISINGFILM FORMINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Cellulose-derived thickener
  • Stable, plant-based film former
  • Mild and well tolerated

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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