Erythrulose

Description: Red and sour tart sugar found in ripe, red raspberries and also in other red berries. Activity: erythrulose reacts with amino groups of keratin in the skin leading to brownish polymers (melanoids) especially with dihydroxyacetone (DHA). Chemical name: L-1,3,4-trihydroxy-2-butanone. Clear, yellowish & viscous liquid. Water-soluble.

CAS: 533-50-6

INCI Name: D-erythrulose

Use: Can be added to formulas as is, usage concentration: 2-8%. For external use only.

Storage: Store refrigerated (4-8oC / 39-46oF)

Applications: creams & lotions (with DHA), cream foundations and bronzing creams.

Country of Origin: Switzerland

Raw material source: Plant cells

Manufacture: Erythrulose is produced biotechnologically from plant cells by aerobic fermentation by the bacterium Gluconobacter.

Animal Testing: Not animal tested

GMO: GMO-free but not certified

Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components

Documents: SDS, Fact Sheet, Sample Recipe, Certificate of Analysis