- Functions:Fungistatic Agent
- Benefit Claims:Irritation Reduction, Fragrance Enhancement, Anti-Itching, Anti-Fungal
Undecylenic acid is an unsaturated carboxylic acid. When Ricinoleic acid, an unsaturated fatty acid containing one - OH group , derived from Castor Oil, is pyrolyzed by heating in the absence of air, it breaks down to give Undecylenic acid and n - heptaldehyde . It's anti - fungal properties are useful in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals . Undecylenic acid and its aldehyde are used to formulate perfumes . Undecylenic acid and its zinc salt are used for the treatment and prevention of superficial fungus infections of the skin , primarily tinea pedis as well as relieves itching , burning and irritation.