Sodium Carboxymethyl Betaglucan
Beta-glucan is a well-studied dietary fiber with cardiovascular and immune benefits. The carboxymethylated sodium form is a chemically modified derivative used in cosmetics; not commonly used as a food ingredient.
What it is
Carboxymethylated derivative of beta-glucan (a polysaccharide from oats, yeast, or fungi); sodium-salt form for water solubility.
Cosmetic conditioning ingredient and viscosity modifier; primarily personal care use.
What regulators actually say
"Soluble fiber from certain foods, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease... whole oat products that contain at least 0.75 g per reference amount of beta-glucan soluble fiber."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Native oat beta-glucan has authorized health claim (21 CFR 101.81); sodium carboxymethyl beta-glucan is a cosmetic ingredient
European Union — EFSA
EFSA approved health claim for oat beta-glucan and blood cholesterol reduction
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