N-Acetyl-Glucosamine (NAG)

N-Acetyl-Glucosamine (NAG) 1
molecular structure · PubChem CID 82313
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Origin-Derived (shellfish) or Plant-Derived (corn/fungi)
N-Acetyl-Glucosamine (NAG) is a cosmetic ingredient.
Formula
C8H15NO6
Mol. Weight
221.21
CAS #
10036-64-3
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
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.
Conditions Skin
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Softens & Smooths
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR