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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