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sclerotium gum
AKA “Scleroglucan polysaccharide, FEBUJFMRSBAMES-UHFFFAOYSA-N, 5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-4-yl phosphinite”
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Ingredient Facts
Sclerotium gum
AKA: Scleroglucan polysaccharide, FEBUJFMRSBAMES-UHFFFAOYSA-N, 5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-4-yl phosphinite
Synthetic · Emulsion Stabilising | Skin Conditioning | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A natural plant-derived thickener that creates a smooth, stable texture while conditioning and softening skin.
Plant Part
Gum
Formula
C24H44O20P2
Mol. Weight
714.50
CAS #
39464-87-4
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Produced from the fermentation of plant polysaccharides by the fungus Sclerotium rolfsii. The resulting gum is isolated and purified through extraction and drying processes.
Plant Part
Gum
Function
Emulsion Stabilising | Skin Conditioning | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a fermentation-derived polysaccharide thickener and humectant. It is a modern biosynthetic ingredient created as a sustainable alternative to synthetic gelling agents.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 2.0% in leave-on products (9 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 611).
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
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