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Product Name:
Azelaic acid
Formula:
C9H16O4
Synonyms:
1,7-Heptanedicarboxylic acid;Anchoic acid;Azelaic acid;Nonanedioic acid
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SAFETY INFORMATION
| Signal word | Warning |
|---|---|
| Pictogram(s) |
 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P332+P313:IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313:IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Description
Azelaic acid is a nine-carbon dicarboxylic acid found in grains such as rye, wheat and barley. It's naturally produced by Malassezia furfur (also known as Pityrosporum ovale), a yeast found on healthy skin. Azelaic acid has antimicrobial activity against Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis by inhibiting the synthesis of microbial cytogenetic proteins. It can be used in the treatment of skin diseases such as acne and rosacea. In addition, Azelaic acid has the ability to scavenge free radicals and inhibit hyperpigmentation.