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Xanthan Gum

Xanthan gum

Safety Notes

COSMOS-accepted; excellent stabiliser; well tolerated; suitable for baby products

Function & Common Use

Function

Viscosity controlling / Stabilising

Category

Thickener / Gelling Agent

Common In

Natural cosmetics, serums, cleansers

Origin

Biotech (bacterial fermentation)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xanthan Gum safe to use in skincare?

Xanthan Gum has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. COSMOS-accepted; excellent stabiliser; well tolerated; suitable for baby products

Is Xanthan Gum allowed in India?

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

What is Xanthan Gum used for in cosmetics?

Xanthan Gum functions as: Viscosity controlling / Stabilising. It is commonly found in: Natural cosmetics, serums, cleansers.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
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
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS11138-66-2
EC234-394-2

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