Distarch Phosphate

Distarch Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient used as an absorbent, anticaking agent. It is used in 319 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDISTARCH PHOSPHATE
FunctionABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BINDING
CAS number55963-33-2
Prevalence319 products (0.34% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches70

Used in

Sunscreens 18.2%General Moisturizers 16.9%Serums 12.2%Day Moisturizers 8.2%Body Lotions 7.2%Eye Moisturizers 3.4%

Frequently asked

What does Distarch Phosphate do in skincare?
Distarch Phosphate functions as an absorbent, anticaking agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Distarch Phosphate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Distarch Phosphate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (18.2% of its uses).

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