Common Name(s): Gelatin crosspolymer,gelatin crosspolymer,cosmetic functional ingredient,established active

CAS Number: N/a

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Provides film formation, viscosity modification, or texture enhancement through polymer chain architecture.

Why It's Used: Gelatin crosspolymer is selected for its engineered polymer architecture — the monomer composition, molecular weight distribution, and crosslink topology of gelatin crosspolymer deliver the specific film strength, viscosity profile, and formulation compatibility required.

How It Works: Chain entanglement above c* provides viscosity; film formation above tg; functional monomers provide adhesion or charge.

Typically Found In: Cosmetic formulations

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Active ingredient – cosmetic active

Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning

Application Areas:

Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–10%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: No - animal-derived

Halal Status: Conditional - halal slaughter certificate required (species declaration and slaughter method)

Source Notes: Commercially produced for cosmetic use. verify vegan/halal status with supplier. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: name declares rendered fat or animal tissue; halal status depends on species and slaughter, neither of which is in the record. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Well-tolerated by most skin types.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile at recommended concentrations. ewg score: 1–2.

Works Well With: Standard skincare actives

Avoid Combining With: No known significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Safety documented in cosing at standard formulation concentrations.

Last Verified: 2026-03-22

Primary Sources: Cosing database,gelatin crosspolymer technical review