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Formula |
C4H6N4O3 |
CAS No. | 97-59-6 |
EC No. | 202-592-8 |
Synonyms | INCI: Allantoin; 5-Ureidohydantoin; 5-Ureido-Hydantoin; Allantoin; Glyoxyldiureide; Paxyl; Urea, (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-; Ureidohydantoin; (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidin-4-yl) urea; DL-Allantoin-5-13C,1-15N; Glyoxylic(acid) diureide; (2,5-Dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)urea; Glyoxyldiureid; Hydantoin,5-ureido |
Allantoin
Allantoin is used as an active ingredient in a lot of cosmetics with several beneficial effects including: a moisturizing and keratolytic effect, increasing the water content of the extracellular matrix and enhancing the desquamation of upper layers of dead skin cells, increasing the smoothness of the skin; promoting cell proliferation and wound healing; and a soothing, anti-irritant, and skin protectant effect by forming complexes with irritant and sensitizing agents.
ALLANTOIN is frequently present in toothpaste, mouthwash, and other oral hygiene products, in shampoos, lipsticks, anti-acne products, sun care products, and clarifying lotions, various cosmetic lotions and creams, and other cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.
Packaging & Shelf Life
Drums à 25 kg net
Under proper storage conditions, the shelf life is 36 months
Health & Safety
Detailed information on the product described can be found in our relevant Health and Safety Information (Material Safety Data Sheet).