Description

Allantoin is a versatile and highly effective organic compound widely recognized for its skin-conditioning and soothing properties. Its primary value lies in its ability to promote healthy cell proliferation and tissue repair, making it a key functional ingredient in high-performance formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetic, personal care, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to enhance product efficacy and consumer safety.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care: A core ingredient in moisturizing creams, lotions, aftershave balms, lipsticks, and sun care products for its keratolytic and skin-protectant effects.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used in topical ointments, healing creams, and dermatological preparations to support wound healing, treat skin irritations, and reduce inflammation.
• Oral Care: Incorporated into toothpaste and mouthwash formulations for its ability to soothe gum tissue and promote oral mucosa health.
• Hair Care: Added to shampoos and conditioners to improve scalp health and strengthen hair.
• Agrochemicals: Utilized in certain plant growth regulators and formulations to promote crop health.
• Industrial Applications: Acts as a corrosion inhibitor in some metal treatment processes and a stabilizer in polymer production.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Allantoin
CAS No.	97-59-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6N4O3
Molecular Weight	158.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ureidohydantoin; Glyoxyldiureide; (2,5-Dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)urea; Cordianine; Allantol; Psoralon; Alantan; Sebical
EINECS	202-592-8

Quality Control

Our Allantoin is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer grades compliant with relevant pharmacopeial standards, including USP and cosmetic-grade specifications. Comprehensive quality testing is performed, and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee product integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.5% - 101.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (1% Solution)	5.0 - 7.0

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.