Ceramide 1 A
Used in cosmetic products as hair conditioning and skin conditioning. Ceramide 1 A (Retired) is the N-acylated phytosphingosine having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where n has a value ranging from 10 to 20. The INCI Name, Ceramide 1 A, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 1 A will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide EOP.
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IUPAC name: [27-oxo-27-[[(2S,3S,4R)-1,3,4-trihydroxyoctadecan-2-yl]amino]heptacosyl] (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
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What is Ceramide 1 A used for in cosmetics?
Ceramide 1 A is used in cosmetic products as hair conditioning and skin conditioning. Ceramide 1 A (Retired) is the N-acylated phytosphingosine having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where n has a value ranging from 10 to 20. The INCI Name, Ceramide 1 A, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 1 A will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide EOP.
Is Ceramide 1 A restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
No EU restriction annex is recorded for Ceramide 1 A in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.
Where can I buy Ceramide 1 A?
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