Alternate names: alpha-Ketoglutaric acid, a-Ketoglutaric acid, alpha Ketoglutarate, 2-Oxoglutaric acid, 2-Oxopentanedioic acid; AKG

CAS: 328-50-7

EC Number: 206-330-3

INCI Name: Ketoglutaric acid

Mol Formula: C5H6O5

Mol Weight: 146.10

Store: 2-8ºC, sealed in dry

Alpha-ketoglutaric acid (AKG) is a ketone derivative of the organic compound glutaric acid. Alpha-ketoglutaric acid (AKG) is stable, non toxic.

 

Function in cosmetic and personal care products:

Hair styling agent (keep hairstyles in place)

Reducing the hair stiffness of the hair fibers

Providing hair integrity and healthiness

Ingredient for hair

Deodorant

Fragrance

pH Adjuster / pH regulators

Antioxidant

 

Example for cosmetic application:

1, Catalyst AC-11 ( proven to achieve 110% increase in elasticity!)

Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Sodium Bicarbonate, Ketoglutaric Acid, etc.

 

2, Liposystem Complex® Ornithine & Glutaric Acid (moisturizing and nourishing agent)

Ingredients: Alcohol Denat., Water, Glycerin, Ketoglutaric acid, etc.

 

3, DNA Repair C Serum(activates our cell's innate repair functions to dramatically improve tone and texture.)

Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Sodium Bicarbonate, Ketoglutaric Acid, etc.

 

Alpha-ketoglutaric acid (AKG) can be also used in the following areas:

Sports Nutritional product (sports nutrition beverage ingredients)

Nutritional supplements

Food additives

Protein shake

Ingredients of health care products

Water treatment products

Laboratory chemicals

Biochemical reagent

Manufacturing of chemicals

Intermediate of organic synthesis