Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
L-Glutamic acid, N-[2-(1H-indol-3-yl)acetyl]- ;Indole-3-acetylglutamic acid
What does it do?
Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Indoleacetyl Glutamic 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 Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid?
Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Glutamic acid, N-[2-(1H-indol-3-yl)acetyl]- ;Indole-3-acetylglutamic acid
Is Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Indoleacetyl Glutamic Acid is 57105-48-3.
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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: 28/11/2013