Low ConcernVegan

Sodium PCA

Sodium L-pyroglutamate

Safety Notes

NMF component; excellent humectant; very well tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Humectant / Skin conditioning

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium PCA safe to use in skincare?

Sodium PCA has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. NMF component; excellent humectant; very well tolerated

Is Sodium PCA allowed in India?

Sodium PCA is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Sodium PCA used for in cosmetics?

Sodium PCA functions as: Humectant / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers, serums, toners.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS28874-51-3

EC249-277-1

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