Corn Starch Modified
Modified corn starch
- Role
- A starch powder that absorbs moisture and softens the feel of the base.
- Catalog formulas
- 3
- Type
- Texture
- Verified
- 06.11.2026
What does this ingredient do in an antiperspirant?
According to CosIng, this is corn starch chemically modified with dodecenyl succinic anhydride (calcium salt). Its functions are absorbent, film forming, skin conditioning and viscosity controlling.
Part of a system, not a label in isolation
In sticks it helps absorb moisture and reduce stickiness of the base. It does not reduce sweating.
Corn Starch Modified is not listed in the restrictive annexes of EU Regulation 1223/2009; the safety assessment applies to the finished formula.
It is generally well tolerated; an individual reaction to the finished formula is still possible.
Corn Starch Modified is not the same as Hydrolyzed Corn Starch: hydrolyzed starch is broken down into sugars and acts as a humectant rather than a dry absorbent.
Products containing Corn Starch Modified
Links are based on the complete published INCI list for the exact product version.
Sources
The conclusions apply to the stated conditions and jurisdictions, not automatically to every concentration or product.
- EU CosIng: Corn Starch Modified Supports: function, substance identity, restrictions