Decarboxy Carnosine (CAS 56897-53-1) is supplied by TCS NEXUS S.L. (Valencia, Spain) for European cosmetic brands, formulation teams and contract manufacturers reviewing carnosine-family, antioxidant-positioned and peptide-adjacent daily-care concepts. This page presents Decarboxy Carnosine as a B2B cosmetic raw material: evidence language is kept to raw-material identity, mechanism-informed positioning and formulation review, not finished-product efficacy claims.
> Technical Specifications
| Product Name | Decarboxy Carnosine |
|---|---|
| Molecular Structure |  |
| CAS Number | 56897-53-1 |
| Alias / Common Name | Decarboxy Carnosine; Carcinine; beta-Alanylhistamine |
| Molecular Formula | C8H14N4O |
| Molecular Weight | 182.22 g/mol |
| INCI Name | Decarboxy Carnosine |
| Purity / Assay | ≥98% (HPLC); confirm by batch COA |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Solubility / Handling | Water soluble; prepare an aqueous premix before addition to the main batch |
| pH Stability | Review in pH 4.0-8.0 cosmetic aqueous systems |
| Storage | Store sealed, dry and protected from direct light; review batch COA |
> Formulation Positioning
Decarboxy Carnosine is a carnosine-family raw material reviewed for carnosine-family, antioxidant-positioned and peptide-adjacent daily-care concepts. The evidence boundary is conservative: without product-specific finished-formula data, this page uses “reviewed for”, “positioned within” and “evaluated with” rather than direct claims that the raw material repairs, prevents or improves skin conditions.
Formulation teams may compare Decarboxy Carnosine with L-carnosine, N-acetyl carnosine, L-Anserine and glutathione. The final cosmetic claim direction should be set by the finished product formula, use level, stability results and market compliance review.
> Application Concepts
Leave-On Serum and Emulsion Concepts
Decarboxy Carnosine can be reviewed for serums, emulsions and gel bases where the active system is built around carnosine-family, antioxidant-positioned and peptide-adjacent daily-care concepts. Use the raw material as one component in a complete formula architecture.
Multi-Peptide Daily-Care Formulations
Brands may evaluate Decarboxy Carnosine with L-carnosine, N-acetyl carnosine, L-Anserine and glutathione. Compatibility should be checked in the target base, especially when combining peptides, humectants, antioxidants or carrier systems.
Technical Sourcing and Portfolio Comparison
Procurement teams compare related raw materials by CAS number, documentation package, chemical form and handling profile. Decarboxy Carnosine fits technical portfolio reviews needing clear identity and European supply communication.
> Handling & Formulation Notes
Water soluble; prepare an aqueous premix before addition to the main batch. Use ambient or cool-down addition; avoid prolonged heating above 60°C. Review in pH 4.0-8.0 cosmetic aqueous systems. Confirm appearance, odour, pH drift, assay and preservative compatibility in the finished formula before scale-up.
TCS NEXUS S.L. does not publish a fixed use level for Decarboxy Carnosine; the evaluation range depends on formula base, active combination, stability protocol and claim direction.
> Supply & Documentation
Decarboxy Carnosine (CAS 56897-53-1) is supplied from Valencia, Spain for B2B cosmetic raw material projects. Documentation may include COA, TDS and SDS.
TCS NEXUS S.L. supports sample review, specification alignment and bulk planning for buyers in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Portugal and other European markets.
> Packaging & Storage
Decarboxy Carnosine is supplied in sealed sample or bulk packaging. Store tightly closed in a dry environment, protected from moisture and direct light.
> FAQ
What is Decarboxy Carnosine used for in cosmetic formulation review?
Decarboxy Carnosine is reviewed as a carnosine-family raw material for carnosine-family, antioxidant-positioned and peptide-adjacent daily-care concepts. The wording stays within raw-material identity, formulation positioning and documentation review.
What is the CAS number for Decarboxy Carnosine?
The CAS number for Decarboxy Carnosine is 56897-53-1. The molecular formula is C8H14N4O and the molecular weight is 182.22 g/mol.
Is Decarboxy Carnosine a finished-product efficacy claim by itself?
No. Decarboxy Carnosine is a cosmetic raw material; finished-product claims depend on the complete formula, use level, stability data and market review.
How should formulators handle Decarboxy Carnosine?
Water soluble; prepare an aqueous premix before addition to the main batch. Use ambient or cool-down addition; avoid prolonged heating above 60°C. Confirm clarity, pH and preservative compatibility before scale-up.
What pH range should be reviewed?
Review in pH 4.0-8.0 cosmetic aqueous systems. The practical window must be confirmed in the target base and packaging.
Can Decarboxy Carnosine be combined with other cosmetic actives?
Decarboxy Carnosine can be evaluated with L-carnosine, N-acetyl carnosine, L-Anserine and glutathione. Multi-active systems should be checked for pH drift, colour, odour, assay retention and compatibility.
Is Decarboxy Carnosine oil soluble?
Solubilisation strategy depends on peptide structure and carrier choice. Review premix, addition phase and clarity before scale-up.
How should Decarboxy Carnosine be stored?
Store Decarboxy Carnosine sealed, dry and protected from direct light. Follow the batch label, COA and SDS.
Does TCS NEXUS S.L. provide COA, TDS and SDS?
Yes. TCS NEXUS S.L. can provide COA, TDS and SDS for Decarboxy Carnosine supply projects.
What MOQ and packaging options are available?
MOQ and packaging are reviewed by project scope, current stock, destination and requested specification. Sample review can precede bulk planning.
Does TCS NEXUS S.L. supply Decarboxy Carnosine to Germany and France?
TCS NEXUS S.L. supplies Decarboxy Carnosine to cosmetic brands, formulators and contract manufacturers in Germany and France.
Is Decarboxy Carnosine available for Italy and Spain?
Decarboxy Carnosine is available for Italian and Spanish cosmetic projects through TCS NEXUS S.L. in Valencia, Spain.
Can formulators in the Netherlands, Belgium and Poland request samples?
Yes. Teams in the Netherlands, Belgium and Poland can request samples, COA/TDS/SDS documentation and supply planning.
Does TCS NEXUS S.L. support Nordic and Portuguese buyers?
TCS NEXUS S.L. supports sourcing for Sweden, Denmark and Portugal as part of wider European coverage.
What Asian search terms are relevant for Decarboxy Carnosine?
For Japan, Korea and China, buyers often combine the English product name, CAS 56897-53-1 and terms such as 化粧品原料, 화장품 원료 and 化妆品原料.
> Technical Support and Samples
Request COA documents, sample availability, or support for custom synthesis.
TCS NEXUS serves as a European Lieferant (German: supplier) of cosmetic peptide raw materials for formulators and R&D laboratories. French cosmetic ingredient buyers seeking a fournisseur spécialisé for EU-compliant materia prima cosmética are welcome to request samples and documentation via the inquiry form above.