Adipic Acid

What is Adipic Acid?

Adipic acid is a dicarboxylic acid that is often used in the personal care and cosmetic industries as a chelating agent, emollient, film-forming agent, and pH adjuster.

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Adipic Acid Distributor & Supplier Information

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Adipic Acid Applications (Uses & Benefits)

Buffering Agent
Adipic acid acts as a buffering agent, helping to stabilize the pH of formulations. This is important for products that need to maintain a stable pH for efficacy and stability, such as creams, lotions, and shampoos.
Chelating Agent
In some formulations, adipic acid acts as a chelating agent. It binds to metal ions that can cause instability in cosmetic products, which improves the product’s shelf life and performance.
Fragrance
Adipic acid can be used in fragrances, adding a slight, pleasant scent to personal care products.
Plasticizer
In  nail polishes and hair sprays, adipic acid and its derivatives can act as plasticizers. They enhance the flexibility and durability of the product, preventing cracking and brittleness.
pH Adjuster
Adipic acid is often used as a pH adjuster in various cosmetic and personal care formulations. It helps to maintain the desired acidity or alkalinity of products, ensuring they are safe and effective for use on skin and hair.
Stabilizer
Adipic acid helps to stabilize emulsions in products like lotions and creams, ensuring the oil and water components do not separate over time.

About American International Ingredients - An Adipic Acid Supplier

American International Ingredients, Inc. is a leading adipic acid supplier with an additional full service portfolio of over 400 personal care and cosmetic ingredients. We offer one of the most extensive lines of acidulants distributed to manufacturers and processors in the cosmetic, makeup, personal care, nutritional supplement, pharmaceutical, and household & commercial cleaning sectors. With a strategic nationwide warehouse network and our reliable just-in-time deliveries, we can supply your business with high quality acidulants at competitive prices.