Oryza Sativa Starch

Oryza Sativa Starch is a cosmetic ingredient used as an absorbent, binding agent. It appears in about 1% of cosmetic products in our 90,000+ product dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameORYZA SATIVA STARCH
FunctionABSORBENT, BINDING, BULKING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number9005-25-8
EC number232-679-6
Prevalence460 products (0.5% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Dry Shampoos 29.3%Sunscreens 9.1%Exfoliators 8%General Moisturizers 6.3%Setting Spray & Powders 6.3%Serums 5.4%

Frequently asked

What does Oryza Sativa Starch do in skincare?
Oryza Sativa Starch functions as an absorbent, binding agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Oryza Sativa Starch allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Oryza Sativa Starch?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially dry shampoos (29.3% of its uses).

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