INCI: Beta-Glucan · CAS: 9051-97-2
Beta-Glucan
A polysaccharide that soothes, hydrates, and supports skin immunity.
About Beta-Glucan
Beta-Glucan is a natural polysaccharide derived primarily from yeast, oats, and other natural sources. It is well-known for its excellent skin-soothing, hydration-boosting, anti-aging, and wound-repair properties. Beta-Glucan is commonly used in cosmetics for sensitive, irritated, or aging skin.
Function: skin-soothing, hydration-boosting, anti-aging, wound repair
Recommended Usage
Skin care: 0.2–2%. May vary depending on the form (powder, liquid) and desired product performance. Often used in facial creams, serums, and balms.
Hair care: 0.2–1%. Commonly used in scalp treatments to soothe and hydrate skin.
Regulatory Status
- EU (max No specific maximum percentage): Classified as a safe cosmetic ingredient. No specific restrictions within the Cosmetics Regulation.
- US (max No specific maximum percentage): FDA considers Beta-Glucan to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS); widely used in cosmetics.
- ASEAN (max No specific maximum percentage): No specific restrictions under the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive.
Suppliers & Distributors
- DSM-Firmenich (Manufacturer)
- Ceapro Inc. (Manufacturer)
- Kerry Group PLC (Manufacturer)
- Making Cosmetics Inc. (Distributor)
- Formulator Sample Shop (Distributor)
- CDF Supplies (Distributor)
Common questions about Beta-Glucan
What is Beta-Glucan?
A polysaccharide that soothes, hydrates, and supports skin immunity.
What is the INCI name for Beta-Glucan?
The INCI name for Beta-Glucan is Beta-Glucan. INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) is the standardized naming system used on cosmetic product labels worldwide.
What is the CAS number for Beta-Glucan?
The CAS number for Beta-Glucan (Beta-Glucan) is 9051-97-2. The CAS number is the unique chemical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstracts Service.
What does Beta-Glucan do in cosmetic formulations?
In cosmetic formulations, Beta-Glucan (Beta-Glucan) functions as: skin-soothing, hydration-boosting, anti-aging, wound repair.
What percentage of Beta-Glucan is typically used in cosmetics?
Typical use levels for Beta-Glucan (Beta-Glucan) in cosmetic formulations: In skin care: 0.2–2%. May vary depending on the form (powder, liquid) and desired product performance. Often used in facial creams, serums, and balms.. In hair care: 0.2–1%. Commonly used in scalp treatments to soothe and hydrate skin.. Always confirm against the supplier's technical data sheet and the regulatory limits for your target market.
Is Beta-Glucan allowed in cosmetics in major markets?
Beta-Glucan (Beta-Glucan) is regulated as follows in major markets: EU (max No specific maximum percentage); US (max No specific maximum percentage); ASEAN (max No specific maximum percentage). See the Regulatory Status section above for the specific restrictions and conditions in each territory.
Who manufactures Beta-Glucan?
Beta-Glucan (Beta-Glucan) is manufactured by suppliers including DSM-Firmenich, Ceapro Inc., Kerry Group PLC. Sign in to Chemdex to see full contact details, SDS / TDS documents, and regional offices for every supplier.