SODIUM PCA - UPI Chem

Appearance

Clear near water-white liquid

Function

Is a high performance humectant due to its moisture-binding ability, sodium PCA also exists naturally in the skin as a component of the natural moisturizing factor. For cosmetic used, it is derived from amino acids.

Synonyms

Sodium PCA; T/N: Unicol PCA; Aidew NL-50; Sodium DL-Pyrrolidonecarboxylate Aqueous Solution; Sodium pyrrolidone carboxylic acid

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from sources of heat or ignition. Store away from incompatible materials.

Packages

250 ml. HDPE Bottle
40 lb. Blue TH Pail
441 lb. Steel Drum
441 lb. Poly Drum
250 kg. Steel Drum
250 kg. Poly Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Cosmetics

Product Class

Humectant
amino acid
binder

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 227.8 øC
Melting Point: 125øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 151.10 g/mol