Product Overview

Sodium PCA is a bio-based amino acid derivative used as a humectant for moisture retention in cosmetic formulations.

Technical Specifications

Regulatory / Certification Framework	Compliance Statement
EU Cosmetic Regulation	Complies with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
REACH Registration	Holds full EU REACH registration.
COSMOS & ECOCERT	Approved under COSMOS and ECOCERT standards.
Cruelty-Free Status	Manufactured without any animal testing.
Vegan Compliance	Contains zero animal-derived components.
Halal Certification	Certified compliant with Halal standards.
Kosher Certification	Certified compliant with Kosher standards.
Manufacturing Quality	Produced in ISO 22716/GMP certified facilities.

Batch-to-Batch Consistency: HPLC testing ensures Sodium PCA assay within 48.0%–52.0%.

PH Stability: Process monitoring maintains a 5.5–7.5 pH value to ensure predictable topical formulation compatibility.

Purity Control: Refractive index maintained at 1.400–1.420.

Trace Element Limits: Heavy metal content is limited to ≤ 10 ppm to comply with global cosmetic safety standards.

Microbiological Integrity: Total plate count < 100 CFU/g for stability.

Bio-Based Raw Material

L-glutamic acid precursor derived from plant fermentation using corn or sugarcane feedstocks.

Closed-Loop Processing

Manufactured in sealed reactors to reduce emissions and exposure.

Advanced Waste Management

Factory utilizes on-site water treatment facilities to process and recycle production wastewater efficiently.

Application Field	Formulation Integration
Facial Creams & Lotions	Added to the water phase during emulsification.
Hydrating Serums	Used as a humectant active ingredient.
Shampoos & Conditioners	Added to surfactant-based rinse-off formulations.
Body Washes & Cleansers	Helps reduce surfactant-induced dryness.
Anti-Aging Products	Combined with biomimetic natural moisturizing factors (NMF).
Sun Care & After-Sun	Infused into post-exposure soothing emulsions.
Color Cosmetics	Integrated into fluid foundations and concealers.

Q: What is the recommended storage temperature to avoid crystallization?

A: Store between 15°C and 25°C. Freezing may cause temporary crystallization.

Q: Can it be used in clear gel systems?

A: Yes, it dissolves completely in water, yielding transparent formulas when paired with compatible thickeners.

Q: Is the container material compatible with standard industrial plastic pumps?

A: High-density polyethylene (HDPE) packaging is utilized, which is fully compatible with standard factory pumping equipment.