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Guar Gum

Galactomannan from guar beans

Safety Notes

Natural; COSMOS-accepted; well tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Viscosity controlling / Film forming

Category

Thickener / Gelling Agent

Common In

Cleansers, shampoos

Origin

Plant (guar bean)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guar Gum safe to use in skincare?

Guar Gum has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Natural; COSMOS-accepted; well tolerated

Is Guar Gum allowed in India?

Guar Gum is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Guar Gum used for in cosmetics?

Guar Gum functions as: Viscosity controlling / Film forming. It is commonly found in: Cleansers, shampoos.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS9000-30-0
EC232-536-8

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