The Basics On Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

What is Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate?

Powdery thickening agent, absorbent, and anticaking agent used in cosmetics.

What are other names for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate?

ALUMINUM SALT STARCH, HYDROGEN OCTENYLBUTANEDIOATE, ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLBUTANEDIOATE; STARCH ALUMINUM OCTENYLSUCCINATE, ALUMINUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE, HYDROGEN OCTENYLBUTANEDIOATE ALUMINUM SALT STARCH, and STARCH, HYDROGEN OCTENYLBUTANEDIOATE, ALUMINUM SALT

What is Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate used for?

In cosmetics and personal care products, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is used in the formulation of lotions, powders, makeup and underarm deodorants. Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate functions as an absorbent , an anticaking agent and a viscosity increasing agent – nonaqueous .

How Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is classified

Texture Enhancer, Absorbent

Recommendations for using Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate During Pregnancy

What we know about using Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate from CIR

No report found.

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Products where you might find Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate

Jack Black Pit CTRL Aluminum-Free Deodorant; amika Perk Up Talc-Free Dry Shampoo; amika Not So Basics Mini Hair Styling set

 

 

 

List of References

General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/

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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.

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