Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate

Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate 1
AKA: Sorbitol, Maltitol
Synthetic
Humectant
Clean
Maize starch, hydrolyzed, hydrogenated
CAS #
68425-17-2
Form
Powder
State
Liquid
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Starch hydrolysate is a modern carbohydrate polymer developed in the 20th century for use in cosmetics. Hydrogenation creates a stable thickening and texturizing agent used primarily for its film-forming and sensory properties in skincare products.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 2%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 680).
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR