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Ceramide NS

N-(2-Hydroxy fatty acid)sphingosine / Ceramide 2

Safety Notes

Sphingosine-based ceramide; found naturally in skin; part of standard ceramide 1/3/6-II combination used in many barrier-repair products

Function & Common Use

Function

Skin Conditioning / Barrier Repair

Category

Emollient

Common In

Moisturisers ceramide creams serums

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Format restriction: Leave-on

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ceramide NS safe to use in skincare?

Ceramide NS has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Sphingosine-based ceramide; found naturally in skin; part of standard ceramide 1/3/6-II combination used in many barrier-repair products

Is Ceramide NS allowed in India?

Ceramide NS is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Ceramide NS used for in cosmetics?

Ceramide NS functions as: Skin Conditioning / Barrier Repair. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers ceramide creams serums.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS24516-73-2
ECN/A

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