Distarch Phosphate

Distarch Phosphate

AKA “Phosphated Distarch, Starch Phosphate”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Distarch phosphate

AKA: Phosphated Distarch

Synthetic · Binding · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Synthetic

Clean

A natural starch derivative that helps absorb moisture and keeps powders smooth and clump-free for a flawless finish.

CAS #

55963-33-2

Form

Powder

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Functions

Absorbent

Anticaking

Binding

Absorbs Excess Oil

Prevents Clumping

Holds Formula Together

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Wound Healing

Holds ingredients together

Traditional Use

A modified starch created in the 20th century by chemically treating starch with phosphoric acid. Developed as a thickening and stabilizing agent for cosmetic formulations, replacing traditional starch-based thickeners.

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Melanin-Rich Skin

Suitable

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

EWG

CIR

Safe

Pregnancy

Yes

CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

medical-approval

all-shades-safe

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Safety Assessment of Starch Phosphates as Used in Cosmetics

Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel

International Journal of Toxicology

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Verified Feb 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR