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CAS number: 128446-36-6
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Methyl cyclodextrin (cyclodextrins are degradation products of starch) is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance, like the non-esterified cyclodextrin, acts as a chelating agent (forms complexes with metal ions which may influence the stability and/or appearance of cosmetic products).
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