Rheology Modifier

Carboxymethyl Chitin

INCI: CARBOXYMETHYL CHITIN
CAS 52108-64-2
Chitin, 6-(carboxymethyl) ether
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Gel forming, skin conditioning, hair conditioning, viscosity controlling
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Chitin, 6-(carboxymethyl) ether

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
52108-64-2
INCI
CARBOXYMETHYL CHITIN
Category
Rheology Modifier
Updated
Apr 2, 2026