Cosmetic ingredient

ZINC PCA

ZINC PCA is a zinc salt of 5-oxo-proline, a combination identified by the ingredient's chemical name. The presence of both zinc and this form of proline distinguishes the material from other zinc ingredients and from other proline derivatives.

INCIZI3 products
CAS number
68107-75-5 / 15454-75-8
EC number
268-475-9 / 239-473-5
Chemical name
Proline, 5-oxo-, zinc salt

ZINC PCA: what it is

ZINC PCA is a zinc salt of 5-oxo-proline, a combination identified by the ingredient's chemical name. The presence of both zinc and this form of proline distinguishes the material from other zinc ingredients and from other proline derivatives.

ZINC PCA: what it does in cosmetics

In cosmetics, ZINC PCA is classified as a humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient. These classifications describe the technical roles it may have in a formula: one related to humectancy and the other to skin conditioning.

ZINC PCA: conditions and care

The use of ZINC PCA is associated with regulatory restriction III/24. This reference must be observed under the conditions applicable to the cosmetic composition.

Use limits

Restrictions and conditions of use

Cosmetic restriction
III/24
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