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XANTHAN GUM

CAS 11138-66-2
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A bacterial-fermentation polysaccharide used to thicken and stabilize cosmetics. Food-grade safe with a long history of use across industries.

Skin benefits

  • Natural-derived thickener and stabilizer
  • Provides smooth gel texture
  • Approved food and pharma grade

Known concerns

  • Possible mild allergic reaction in rare cases
  • Inhalation of dust should be avoided in manufacture

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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