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Undecylenoyl Glycine

Biofunctional peptide-fatty acid conjugate (Sepicontrol A5)

Safety Notes

Antimicrobial activity against P. acnes; sebum regulation; anti-inflammatory; marketed as 'Sepicontrol A5' by Seppic; clinical evidence from brand research

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (antimicrobial / sebum regulating)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Acne products oily skin sebum-regulating serums

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Undecylenoyl Glycine safe to use in skincare?

Undecylenoyl Glycine has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Antimicrobial activity against P. acnes; sebum regulation; anti-inflammatory; marketed as 'Sepicontrol A5' by Seppic; clinical evidence from brand research

Is Undecylenoyl Glycine allowed in India?

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

What is Undecylenoyl Glycine used for in cosmetics?

Undecylenoyl Glycine functions as: Active (antimicrobial / sebum regulating). It is commonly found in: Acne products oily skin sebum-regulating 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

CAS868988-45-8
ECN/A

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