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Conditioning Agent

SODIUM PALMITOYL CHONDROITIN SULFATE

CAS 226995-63-7 Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A palmitic-acid-modified chondroitin sulfate (animal-derived glycosaminoglycan) that conditions and hydrates. Generally well-tolerated; sourcing matters for vegan formulations.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Conditions and hydrates skin
  • Fatty-acid modification improves substantivity
  • Bio-derived glycosaminoglycan
  • Supports skin smoothness

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (typically bovine/porcine cartilage origin) — may not be vegan
  • Sourcing variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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