Hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Rhizobian Gum Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum Extract
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
Hydrolyzed Rhizobian Gum is the hydrolysate of Rhizobian Gum derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis
Effective at 8.52%
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Creates protective layer
Traditional Use
A modern biotechnological ingredient developed in the late 20th century through fermentation of Rhizobium bacteria. Created as a natural alternative to synthetic gelling agents and film-formers in cosmetics.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.03%
17.0%
0%24%
Reported use
CIR reported use: 0.03-17f | 0.4-3
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
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