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TAPIOCA STARCH

Last update on Apr 5, 2023
Tapioca starch is a natural ingredient that is effective and widely popular in the cosmetic and personal care industry. It appears in the form of a fine, white powder with a soft texture that is helpful in absorbing excess oil and moisture from the skin. Further, Tapioca starch is also used as a thickener, binder, and stabilizer in different formulations. It can typically be found in powders, dry shampoos, and facial masks. The chemical formula of tapioca starch is C6H10O5.
CAS Number: 9005-25-8Chem/IUPAC Name: Starch obtained from tapioca. It consists primarily of amylose and amylopectin.EINECS/ELINCS No: 232-679-6COSING REF No: 60067

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INCI: CELLULOSE ACETATE | TAPIOCA STARCH
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What is TAPIOCA STARCH used for?

Tapioca starch is a versatile and effective ingredient, making it popular among many skin care and cosmetic formulations. It is also natural, eco-friendly, and sustainable.
  • Skin care: It has oil-absorbent properties that control the production of excess oil and makes the skin silky and soft to the touch. Moreover, it also makes the skin care formulations smoother by improving the texture and feel
  • Cosmetic products: It has thickening and binding properties that work best for cosmetic products. Apart from its oil absorbing properties, the ingredient can help in the creation of gel textures and also stabilize emulsions

Origin

Tapioca starch is derived from the cassava root, which is first peeled and grated. The grated cassava is then rinsed and strained to remove the fibers and other impurities. The resulting pulp is then ground into a fine powder, which is then washed and dried to create tapioca starch.

What does TAPIOCA STARCH do in a formulation?

BINDING|
VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Safety Profile

Tapioca starch is non-toxic, non-comedogenic, and safe for use in personal care and cosmetic formulations. It does not cause any major side effects and, therefore, a patch test is not typically necessary, but individuals with sensitive skin should always exercise caution when trying new products. Tapioca starch is also vegan and halal.

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TAPIOCA STARCH technical profile

Property Values
pH 6.0-8.0
Solubility Insoluble in cold water
Soluble in hot water
Viscosity Moderate