Carboxymethyl Cellulose; Carboxymethylcellulose(in 885 products)
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Functions:
1. Binder / Stabilizer - Retains the physical characteristics of food/cosmetics and ensure the mixture remains in an even state.
2. Emulsifier - Allows water and oils to remain mixed together to form an emulsion.
3. Film-Forming Agent - Leaves a coating on the surface of skin/hair
4. Humectant - Binds with water to increase skin hydration. Also enhances water absorption of the skin
5. Surfactant - Reduces the surface tension to allow mixtures to be formed evenly. Emulsifier is a specific type of surfactant which allows two liquids to mix together evenly
6. Suspending Agent - Promotes particle suspension or dispersion while reducing sedimentation
7. Viscosity Controlling Agent - Maintains or alters the thickness of a liquid, mostly used in cosmetics
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Scientific References:
1. PubChem: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/24748
Regulatory References:
1. Canada List of Permitted Food Additives
- List 8 - Carboxymethyl Cellulose, cross-linked (Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, cross-linked)
2. US FDA Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) (21 CFR 182) [2017]
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