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Catalog Number | CI-SC-0011 |
Product Name | Sodium PCA |
CAS | 28874-51-3 |
Structure | |
Description | Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid which is an uncommon amino acid found naturally in many proteins. Concentration: 50% (dissolved in water). GMO-free, gluten-free. |
Solubility | Water-soluble |
Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid |
Application | All kinds of skin care products such as creams, gels, lotions, hair care products, color cosmetics. |
Storage | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
Composition | Sodium PCA (sodium L-pyroglutamate) |
Features And Benefits | Occurs naturally in human skin and is responsible for binding moisture to the cellsHighly water-absorbent, holding several time its weight in water, which makes it an excellent humectantWell-know as skin-penetration enhancerStronger hydrating agent than the traditional compounds like glycerin or propylene glycolGood for hair care as it reduces static electricity. |
GMO | GMO-free |
HS Code | 2922494050 |
INCI | Sodium PCA (sodium L-pyroglutamate) |
Manufacture | A fermentation process of sugars and starches is then used in order to create PCA from proline. |
Preservation | Preservative-free |
Purity Grade | No purity grade applicable |
Raw Material Source | The original amino acid proline is obtained mainly from fruits and coconut oil. |
Uses | Add as is to the water phase of the formulas, typical use level 1 - 10% in emulsions. For external use only. |