Product Description
Polyglutamic acid, also known as γ-PGA, CAS 25513-46-6, is a natural water-soluble biopolymer fermented by Bacillus subtilis. It appears as white or off-white powder. Its unique molecular structure delivers outstanding water retention performance. It is widely supplied in cosmetic grade with strict heavy metal control. This ingredient can repair skin barrier, relieve dryness and boost skin elasticity. Besides skincare, it can also be used in agriculture for water & fertilizer retention, food thickening and heavy metal chelation. We can provide COA, SDS and support sample arrangement for customer testing.
Chemical Properties
| Product Name: | Polyglutamic acid |
| Synonyms: | POLY-L-GLUTAMIC ACID 15'000-50'000 SODIUM SALT;POLY-L-GLUTAMIC ACID 2'000-15'000;POLY-L-GLUTAMIC ACID 50'000-100'000 SODIUM SALT;L-GLU-(L-GLU)N-L-GLU;alpha-l-glutamicacidpolymer;glutamicacidpolymer;Poly-γ-Glutamic Acid(γ-PGA);γ-poly(L-glutamic acid) macromolecule |
| CAS: | 25513-46-6 |
| MF: | C5H9NO4 |
| MW: | 147.13 |
| EINECS: | 200-293-7 |
| Product Categories: | Amino Acids;Homopolymers;Polyamino Acids;25513-46-6 |
| Mol File: | 25513-46-6.mol |
Product Application
Cosmetic industry is its main application, added into essence, facial mask, lotion, cream and hair conditioner for moisturizing, brightening and repairing. In agriculture, it works as soil conditioner and fertilizer synergist to retain moisture, improve nutrient uptake and raise crop stress resistance. It can serve as thickener and stabilizer in food products. In water treatment, it chelates heavy metal ions. It is suitable for clean, mild formula development and popular in high-end personal care and eco-friendly agro-inputs.
