3-Hydroxybutyrate/4-Hydroxybutyrate Copolymer

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About 3-Hydroxybutyrate/4-Hydroxybutyrate Copolymer

3-Hydroxybutyrate/4-Hydroxybutyrate Copolymer is a polymer of 3-hydroxybutyrate and 4-hydroxybutyrate obtained by fermenting glucose and 1,4-butanediol with the microorganism Escherichia coli.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to physically remove deposits from the skin or tooth surface and to adjust the viscosity and flow of the formula.[2]

3-Hydroxybutyrate/4-Hydroxybutyrate Copolymer Details

Ingredient function
Abrasive, Viscosity Controlling
INCI name
3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE/4-HYDROXYBUTYRATE COPOLYMER
CosIng ID
93227

3-Hydroxybutyrate/4-Hydroxybutyrate Copolymer References

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