Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, humectant, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
L-Ascorbic acid, 2-O-\a-D-glucopyranosyl-, 6-hexadecanoate
What does it do?
Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside 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 Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside?
Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Ascorbic acid, 2-O-\a-D-glucopyranosyl-, 6-hexadecanoate
Is Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside do in cosmetic products?
Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, humectant, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Palmitoyl Ascorbyl Glucoside is 287925-69-3.
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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: 25/04/2019