Sodium PCA

Sodium PCA

Item No. HUM-SOPCA-01
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Description
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.
Benefits
  • Occurs naturally in human skin and is responsible for binding moisture to the cells
  • Highly water-absorbent, holding several time its weight in water, which makes it an excellent humectant
  • Well-know as skin-penetration enhancer
  • Stronger hydrating agent than the traditional compounds like glycerin or propylene glycol
  • Good for hair care as it reduces static electricity.
Use
Add as is to the water phase of the formulas, typical use level 1 - 10% in emulsions. For external use only.
Applications
All kinds of skin care products such as creams, gels, lotions, hair care products, color cosmetics.
CAS
7732-18-5, 28874-51-3, 54-21-7, 532-32-1
INCI
Water, Sodium PCA, Sodium Salicylate, Sodium Benzoate
composition
Water, Sodium PCA, Sodium Salicylate, Sodium Benzoate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
pH Value
pH range: 5-6
Solubility
Water-soluble
Preservation
Sodium Salicylate and Sodium Benzoate
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
The original amino acid proline is obtained mainly from fruits and coconut oil. 
Manufacture
A fermentation process of sugars and starches is then used in order to create PCA from proline.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain any animal-derived components
HS Code
2922494050