Emulsifier
CHITOSAN PCA PALMITAMIDE SUCCINAMIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A modified chitosan made by reacting chitosan PCA with palmitic and succinic anhydrides. Acts as both an emulsifying surfactant and skin conditioner; well tolerated as a high-MW polymer.
Function
Skin benefits
- Modified chitosan emulsifying surfactant
- Skin conditioning film-forming behavior
- High molecular weight — no skin penetration
Known concerns
- Shellfish-derived chitosan — minor allergen relevance
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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