ARGININE PCA- ▸ Cosmetic humectant: Moisture-binding ingredient in skin- and hair-care formulations.
- ▸ Amino-acid salt: Combined L-arginine / L-pyroglutamic acid (PCA) source.
- ▸ Personal-care ingredient: Formulated into leave-on cosmetic products.
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Request SDS →L-Arginine Pyroglutamate (CAS 56265-06-6) is the salt of L-arginine with L-pyroglutamic acid (arginine PCA; C11H21N5O5). Industry references record its cosmetic function as a humectant, and it is incorporated into personal-care formulations as a moisture-binding ingredient.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does L-arginine pyroglutamate do in a formulation?
L-Arginine Pyroglutamate (CAS 56265-06-6) is the salt of L-arginine with L-pyroglutamic acid (arginine PCA; C11H21N5O5). Industry references record its cosmetic function as a humectant, so it is incorporated into skin- and hair-care formulations as a moisture-binding ingredient. RawSource supplies it as a bulk cosmetic/specialty raw material.
What is L-arginine pyroglutamate made of?
It is the 1:1 salt combining L-arginine with L-pyroglutamic acid (PCA), giving the molecular formula C11H21N5O5, CAS 56265-06-6. It therefore functions as a combined arginine/PCA source. Identity is confirmed on the CoA supplied with each lot.
Is L-arginine pyroglutamate the same as arginine PCA?
Yes. Arginine PCA is the common shorthand for L-arginine pyroglutamate, the arginine salt of pyroglutamic acid (CAS 56265-06-6). The two names refer to the same compound used as a humectant in personal-care formulations.
How is L-arginine pyroglutamate supplied in bulk?
It is supplied as a raw-material powder in industrial packaging sized for cosmetic formulation use. Contact us for bulk pack sizes, minimum order quantity, available grade, lead time, and a current quote. SDS and CoA accompany every shipment.
What is the CAS number for L-arginine pyroglutamate?
It is CAS 56265-06-6 with molecular formula C11H21N5O5. An HS classification is best confirmed with your customs broker for the salt; full identity and specification data are provided on the CoA with each order.