Protameen Chemicals DL-Panthenol, 50%

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Panthenol

Vitamin Type

Vitamin B,

Vitamin B5

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Conditioner,

Moisturizing Agent

Molecular formula

C₉H₁₉NO₄

CAS No.

81-13-0, 16485-10-2

EC No.

201-327-3, 240-540-6

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients

Cosmetic Ingredients — Vitamins, Extracts & Oils

Vitamins & Derivatives

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Binding,

Conditioning,

Hydrating,

Improves Hair Thickness,

Irritation Reduction,

Lustrous,

Moisturizing,

Redness Reduction,

Sheen,

Static Reduction,

Strengthening

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Features & Benefits

Also known as Pro Vitamin B₅

Moisturizer and conditioning agent for skin and hair care applications

Conditioning agent

Anti-static

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Use Level

0.1 - 5.0%

Applications

In haircare preparation, DL-Panthenol, 50% binds to the hair shaft to moisturize and strengthen hair. DL-Panthenol, 50% also thickens hair and improves luster and sheen. When used in skin care formulations, DL-Panthenol, 50% will effectively reduce irritation and redness and improve hydration of the skin.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid,

Solution

Appearance

Clear solution

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight	205.25	—	—
Aminopropanol	max. 0.05	—	—
Heavy Metals	max. 20	ppm	—
Loss on Drying	49.0 - 51.0	%	—
Methylene Chloride	max. 500	ppm	—
pH (25°C)	5.50 - 7.00	—	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

REACH (Europe)

Chemical Inventories

EINECS (EU)