Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Hydroxyethyl Ether

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Hydroxyethyl Ether 1
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AKA: Hydroxyethyl Corn Starch, HE Corn Starch
Synthetic
Humectant
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from corn starch, a polysaccharide extracted from corn kernels as the raw material. Produced through hydrolysis of corn starch followed by hydroxyethyl ether chemical modification.
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch Hydroxyethyl Ether is the hydroxyethyl ether of Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
CAS #
100209-41-4
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2015
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR