Xyloglucan

AKA: Tamarind Seed Gum, Natural Polysaccharide Thickener

Synthetic

Humectant

Not Clean

OriginDerived from plant cell wall polysaccharides, typically sourced from tamarind seeds or synthesized from glucose polymers. Produced through enzymatic hydrolysis or chemical synthesis to create branched polysaccharide chains with humectant properties.

Glucoxylan

CAS #

37294-28-3

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

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

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

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

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR