murphyAcetyl Glutamine
AKA: Aceglutamide, 2490-97-3, L-Glutamine, N2-Acetyl-L-glutamine, Aceglutamida, Aceglutamidum, NEURAMINA
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from the amino acid glutamine, a naturally occurring compound synthesized for cosmetic use. Produced through chemical acetylation of glutamine using acetic anhydride or similar acetylating agents.
N-acetyl-L-glutamine is an N2-acetylglutamine that has L-configuration. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a N(2)-acyl-L-glutamine, a N-acetyl-L-amino acid and a N(2)-acetylglutamine. It is a conjugate acid of a N-acetyl-L-glutaminate. It is an enantiomer of a N(2)-acetyl-D-glutamine.
Formula
C7H12N2O4
Mol. Weight
188.18
CAS #
2490-97-3
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR