A water-soluble amino sugar active for brightening, hydration and smoother-looking skin formulations. PHYTVA N-Acetyl Glucosamine 98% Powder is designed for formulators, laboratories, beauty brands and procurement teams developing serums, toners, gels, lotions and creams.
- Supports formulas designed to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone and visible hyperpigmentation.
- Fits hydration and skin-conditioning concepts for smoother, more comfortable-looking skin.
- Water-soluble powder for straightforward incorporation into aqueous systems.
- Suitable for standalone evaluation or pairing with niacinamide in even-tone concepts.
Product Specifications
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Specification |
Value |
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Product name |
N-Acetyl Glucosamine |
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INCI name |
Acetyl Glucosamine |
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Commercial form |
Powder |
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Assay |
≥98% |
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CAS number |
7512-17-6 |
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Molecular formula |
C8H15NO6 |
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Molecular weight |
221.21 g/mol [R1] |
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Formulation role |
Skin-conditioning and brightening active |
Key Benefits
Supports a More Even-Looking Skin Tone: Topical N-acetyl glucosamine has been studied for reducing the appearance of facial hyperpigmentation, making it useful in cosmetic formulas focused on visible tone uniformity and radiance. [R4]Complements Hydration and Conditioning Systems: Its water solubility makes it practical for hydrating serums, toners, gels and emulsions designed to leave skin feeling conditioned and comfortable.
Supports Smoother-Looking Skin: N-Acetyl Glucosamine is commonly selected for formulas that combine visible tone care with a smoother, refined-looking skin surface, without requiring an acid-led product concept.
Why Formulators Choose N-Acetyl Glucosamine
N-Acetyl Glucosamine bridges brightening and hydration-focused briefs in water-based active systems. Topical research supports an appearance-focused even-tone benefit, while a randomized finished-formula study supports the relevance of pairing it with niacinamide. [R4–R5]
Typical Applications
- Brightening and even-tone facial serums
- Hydrating toners, essences and gel-serums
- Daily moisturizers and lightweight emulsions
- Smoother-looking skin and texture-care products
- Niacinamide-based multi-benefit formulations
Quick Formulation Guide
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Parameter |
Typical Formulation Guidance |
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Use level |
Begin evaluation at 1–4% of the finished formula. [R2–R3] |
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Solubility / phase |
Water-soluble. Pre-dissolve in water and incorporate through the aqueous phase. [R2–R3] |
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Processing |
Add below 50°C where practical to limit unnecessary heat exposure. [R2] |
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Compatibility |
Suitable for evaluation with common water-phase humectants and niacinamide. Check clarity, pH, preservation and long-term stability in the complete system. |
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Packaging / storage |
Protect the powder from moisture and keep the container tightly closed. |
Why Source From Us
- Start with samples scale to bulk orders – one supplier from trial to production: Validate with lab samples, then scale to commercial volumes – same quality, same team. No re-qualification, no project delays.
- Formulation support that actually helps – not just a data sheet: We give you hands-on guidance on solubility, temperature, pH, and compatibility. A real formulation partner, not a catalog.
- Reliable supply chain – consistent quality, on-time delivery, batch after batch: Own manufacturing facilities plus long-term partnerships with audited upstream producers ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Full documentation with every shipment. No "sample passes, bulk fails"
- Export-ready documentation – compliance, customs, cleared：Complete technical documentation packages – COA, MSDS, TDS, stability data – batch-specific and regulatory-ready. We handle the paperwork so your compliance and procurement teams can focus on formulation
Recommended Ingredient Pairings
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Recommended Ingredient |
Why It Pairs Well |
Product Concept |
Compatibility Note |
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Builds an evidence-supported even-tone and multi-benefit concept. |
Brightening serum or daily moisturizer |
Keep the formula in a mutually suitable pH range and validate color and stability. [R5] |
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Adds complementary humectant and sensory hydration value. |
Hydrating essence or gel-serum |
Pre-hydrate the polymer correctly and check viscosity after all actives are added. |
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Supports a gentle conditioning and comfort-focused brief. |
Barrier-support toner or lotion |
Check preservative performance and final pH in the complete water phase. |
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Creates a layered cosmetic even-tone concept. |
Targeted tone-care serum |
Follow the arbutin supplier’s pH and temperature limits and complete stability testing. |
Scientific Evidence Snapshot
A controlled topical study reported improvement in the appearance of facial hyperpigmentation with N-acetyl glucosamine. [R4] A randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled study also evaluated a moisturizer combining niacinamide and N-acetyl glucosamine. Because the product contained both actives, its result supports the pairing concept rather than the isolated contribution of either ingredient. [R5]
Research & References
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