Beta-Glucan
INCI: BETA-GLUCAN
CAS 9041-22-9; also 26874-89-5, 53238-80-7, 1439905-58-4 (depending on source/polymerization)
beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide consisting of b(1-3) linked glucose chains carrying b(1-6) linked glucose sidechains
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
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Description
beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide consisting of b(1-3) linked glucose chains carrying b(1-6) linked glucose sidechains
Purpose
Function
Skin conditioning, moisturizing, skin protectant, antioxidant
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
NOAEL7500 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Verdict
No significant safety concerns. Source-dependent purity (yeast vs. oat vs. mushroom); ensure absence of mycotoxins in fungal-derived grades.
US Note
Not restricted under FDA; no CIR final report as standalone ingredient; widely used in cosmetics
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