Rheology Modifier

Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate

INCI: CALCIUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE
CAS 97699-42-2 (verify with supplier; some sources list alternate CAS for different starch origins)
Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is the calcium salt of the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Corn Starch
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Viscosity controlling; Emulsion stabilizing; Absorbent; Skin conditioning
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Calcium Starch Octenylsuccinate is the calcium salt of the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with Corn Starch

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
97699-42-2 (verify with supplier; some sources list alternate CAS for different starch origins)
INCI
CALCIUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE
Category
Rheology Modifier
Updated
Apr 2, 2026