Acetyl Aspartic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
N-Acetyl- L-Aspartic Acid,(2S)-2-Acetamidobutanedioic acid
What does it do?
Acetyl Aspartic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Acetyl Aspartic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetyl Aspartic Acid?
Acetyl Aspartic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-Acetyl- L-Aspartic Acid,(2S)-2-Acetamidobutanedioic acid
Is Acetyl Aspartic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetyl Aspartic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetyl Aspartic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Acetyl Aspartic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Acetyl Aspartic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acetyl Aspartic Acid is 997-55-7.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 23/09/2014