Vitamin B5 precursor to CoA; panthenol (provitamin B5) is more common cosmetic form; used occasionally in its own right; well-tolerated
Function & Common Use
Active (wound healing / soothing)
Active Ingredient
Healing products soothing creams (acid form less common than panthenol)
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pantothenic Acid safe to use in skincare?
Pantothenic Acid has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Vitamin B5 precursor to CoA; panthenol (provitamin B5) is more common cosmetic form; used occasionally in its own right; well-tolerated
Is Pantothenic Acid allowed in India?
Pantothenic Acid is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Pantothenic Acid used for in cosmetics?
Pantothenic Acid functions as: Active (wound healing / soothing). It is commonly found in: Healing products soothing creams (acid form less common than panthenol).
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