D-Panthenol
Suitable for buyers sourcing D-panthenol for skincare, haircare, and personal care formulations where form selection, specification review, and packaging flexibility matter.
- Biologically active panthenol form for cosmetic formulations
- Commonly used in skincare, haircare, baby care, and soothing products
- Available in liquid and powder forms depending on project needs
- Suitable for serums, creams, shampoos, masks, and leave-on systems
- Sample, documentation, and bulk supply support for B2B projects
Tell us your application, target specification, and destination market so we can support grade selection, documentation review, and packaging recommendations.
Quick Specs
Identity
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Quality
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Commercial Terms
MOQ
MOQ depends on packaging and specification.
Lead Time
3–7 working days for standard items; bulk orders by schedule.
Incoterms
EXW / FOB / CIF / DAP / DDP
Sample
Free sample (shipping charged)
Quality & Documents
COA (per batch) • SDS/MSDS • TDS/Spec sheet (on request). Additional statements depend on product and market.
Product Overview
D-panthenol is the biologically active form of panthenol commonly used in cosmetic and personal care formulations.
It is typically supplied as a water-soluble liquid or powder, and buyers often review assay, form selection, formulation compatibility, and documentation before procurement.
It is commonly considered for moisturizing, soothing, and conditioning systems in skincare, haircare, and related personal care applications.
Comparison
| Criteria | D-Panthenol | DL-Panthenol |
|---|---|---|
| Composition | Pure D-isomer | Mixture of D- and L-isomers |
| Positioning | Commonly selected for premium skincare and personal care formulations | Commonly used where a broader cost-focused panthenol option is acceptable |
| Use case | Moisturizing, soothing, and hair-conditioning products with stronger specification preference | General personal care formulations where commercial flexibility is prioritized |
| Best fit | Higher-value cosmetic projects and active-form selection | Economical formulation projects |
Applications
Skincare
Commonly reviewed for creams, lotions, serums, masks, gels, after-sun products, and soothing formulations.
Haircare
Suitable for shampoos, conditioners, leave-in products, scalp care, and treatment systems.
Personal Care
Can be considered for baby care, hand care, lip care, and other conditioning-oriented product concepts.
How to Choose the Right Grade / Form
For skincare and haircare projects
Confirm whether the formulation requires liquid or powder handling, the preferred processing route, and the target product texture before sourcing.
For premium positioning
Review whether the active D-isomer positioning is important for the project and compare form, handling, and documentation needs early in development.
Technical & Formulation Notes
Technical Notes
For cosmetic sourcing, D-panthenol is mainly positioned as a functional formulation ingredient rather than a general vitamin raw material.
It is typically selected for projects where moisture support, skin feel, hair-conditioning performance, and broad formulation compatibility matter.
Compared with DL-panthenol, D-panthenol is usually preferred when buyers want the active D-isomer for higher-end personal care positioning.
Manufacturing & Process
The product is commonly prepared through controlled synthesis and purification routes designed to support consistent quality for cosmetic and personal care raw material supply.
Compatibility / Formulation Notes
D-panthenol is usually evaluated according to dosage form, texture target, water-phase compatibility, and whether the project requires liquid or powder handling.
For skincare and haircare development, buyers often confirm usage level, processing temperature, solubility behavior, and compatibility with the rest of the formulation system early in the project.
Extended QC & Test Items
Depending on the intended use, review may include appearance, identification, assay, pH or related parameters, water content, solubility behavior, and packaging integrity according to the agreed specification.
Product specifications
| Test | Specification | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder or clear to slightly yellow viscous liquid | Visual |
| Product Name | D-Panthenol | In-house specification |
| Synonym | Dexpanthenol / Provitamin B5 | In-house specification |
| Molecular Formula | C9H19NO4 | Reference standard |
| Form | Liquid or powder | In-house specification |
| Application Direction | Cosmetic and personal care formulations | In-house specification |
| Solubility | Water-soluble | In-house specification |
| Documents | COA; SDS/MSDS; TDS/specification sheet | Document review |
Storage, Shelf Life & Packaging
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place.
Protect from heat, moisture, and direct light during storage and transport.
Shelf Life
Confirm batch-specific shelf-life details according to packaging format and storage conditions during quotation or document review.
Packaging & Logistics
Sample Packing
Small evaluation packs can be arranged for formulation review and supplier comparison.
Commercial Packing
Standard bulk packaging can be discussed according to product form, order volume, and destination market requirements.
Supply, Documentation & Customization
Documents & Compliance
COA, SDS/MSDS, and TDS/spec sheet available based on product and market requirements.
Customization & Private Label
Custom packing, private label, and labeling support available depending on product type and order scope.
Commercial Support
Sample, lead time, and incoterm options can be discussed according to destination market and supply plan.
Why Source From Lifeworth
Cosmetic-formulation-oriented communication
Support for buyers who need clearer sourcing discussion around skincare, haircare, and personal care applications.
Flexible form support
Practical coordination for liquid and powder projects according to formulation needs.
Documentation and export coordination
Support for sample review, packaging discussion, and bulk supply planning.
FAQ
1) What is D-panthenol used for in cosmetic formulations?
D-panthenol is commonly used in skincare, haircare, and personal care products positioned around moisturizing, soothing, and conditioning performance.
2) What is the difference between D-panthenol and DL-panthenol?
D-panthenol is the D-isomer form commonly preferred for higher-value cosmetic positioning, while DL-panthenol is a mixed-isomer option often considered for broader commercial use.
3) Is D-panthenol available in both liquid and powder form?
Yes. Form availability should be confirmed according to the target application and formulation process.
4) What documents can be provided?
Routine B2B support generally includes COA, SDS/MSDS, and TDS/specification sheet.
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