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Biosaccharide Gum-1
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Low concern
Considered safe in cosmetic use as a humectant film-former; not a food additive.
Found in
8 products
What it is
A fermentation-derived polysaccharide (rhamnose/glucuronic acid copolymer) produced by Alcaligenes; used in cosmetics.
Cosmetic moisturizer/film former; not used in food.
Why it's flagged
- not a food-grade additive
What regulators actually say
"Biosaccharide gum-1 included in CIR cosmetic ingredient inventory."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cosmetic ingredient; no food additive listing.
European Union — EFSA
Not authorized as a food additive.
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