Sodium Starch

INCI Name:
Sodium Starch Glycolate

Description:
Sodium Starch Glycolate is an off-white, odourless, tasteless, free-flowing sodium salt of carboxymethyl ether powder. It is derived from corn or potato starch and is widely used as a dissolving agent and super-disintegrant due to its rapid swelling and water-absorption ability.

Solubility:
Nearly insoluble in water and most organic solvents.

Recommended pH Range:
Not specified in source data (commonly compatible across standard cosmetic and pharma pH ranges).

Function:
Acts as a suspending and gelling agent

Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.