Chemical Name: 2-Ketoglutaric acid
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
Packaging details: 25kg/ bag, double plastic bag inside, carton outside
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