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Rice-Derived Glucosylceramide
コメ由来グルコシルセラミド (Kome yurai gurukoshiru seramido)
Also known as: Rice Ceramide, Oryza Sativa Ceramide
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| Category | Supplements |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Oryza Sativa Glucosylceramide / Rice Sphingoglycolipid |
| Japanese labeling name | コメ由来グルコシルセラミド |
| Common Japanese notations | コメ由来グルコシルセラミド, 米セラミド |
| Origin | Plant-derived (sphingoglycolipid from rice bran / rice germ) |
| Typical functions | Skin moisture support (supplement claim), Skin conditioning (cosmetic) |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Rice-derived glucosylceramide appears as a functional relevant ingredient in several Foods with Function Claims notifications submitted to the Consumer Affairs Agency. Cosmetic applications are handled under JSCI dictionary entries. |
Rice-derived glucosylceramide is a sphingolipid isolated from rice bran or rice germ. It is one of the most common skin-moisture functional ingredients in Japan's Foods with Function Claims supplement category, with multiple brands having submitted notifications to the Consumer Affairs Agency around skin-hydration claims.
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Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Foods with Function Claims supplements (skin moisture, barrier)
- Moisturizing cosmetic products (creams, serums, lotions)
- Functional beauty drinks and beauty bars
- Anti-aging supplements and tablets
- Scalp and hair-care products
Ingredient profile
Rice-derived glucosylceramide is a naturally occurring sphingoglycolipid isolated from rice bran or rice germ. Commercial preparations vary by molecular composition, purity, and standardization protocols.
The ingredient is a plant-derived alternative to animal-sourced ceramides and is preferred in many Japanese-market preparations for its source profile.
OEM applications
In supplements, rice-derived glucosylceramide is used in soft-gel and tablet formats positioning around skin moisture. Daily dosing and specific claims are defined per notification.
In cosmetics, rice-derived ceramide preparations appear in moisturizing formulations.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Multiple Foods with Function Claims notifications involving rice-derived glucosylceramide have been submitted to the Consumer Affairs Agency. Subscribers to the agency's notification database can verify specific ingredient / brand / claim combinations.
Cosmetic use is handled under the JSCI dictionary.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Supplement uses may require Novel Food evaluation depending on the specific preparation. |
|---|---|
| USA | Sold as a dietary supplement ingredient. |
| China | Supplement preparations subject to specific authority review; cosmetic applications per IECIC. |
| Korea | Cosmetic and supplement applications handled under their respective frameworks. |
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Quick answers
- What is Rice-Derived Glucosylceramide?
- Rice-derived glucosylceramide is a sphingolipid isolated from rice bran or rice germ. It is one of the most common skin-moisture functional ingredients in Japan's Foods with Function Claims supplement category, with multiple brands having submitted notifications to the Consumer Affairs Agency around skin-hydration claims.
- What is the regulatory status of Rice-Derived Glucosylceramide in Japan?
- Rice-derived glucosylceramide appears as a functional relevant ingredient in several Foods with Function Claims notifications submitted to the Consumer Affairs Agency. Cosmetic applications are handled under JSCI dictionary entries.
- What products typically use Rice-Derived Glucosylceramide?
- Foods with Function Claims supplements (skin moisture, barrier) / Moisturizing cosmetic products (creams, serums, lotions) / Functional beauty drinks and beauty bars / Anti-aging supplements and tablets / Scalp and hair-care products
- Where does Rice-Derived Glucosylceramide come from?
- Plant-derived (sphingoglycolipid from rice bran / rice germ)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Rice-Derived Glucosylceramide?
- INCI: Oryza Sativa Glucosylceramide / Rice Sphingoglycolipid / JSCI: コメ由来グルコシルセラミド
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FAQ for OEM buyers
Q. What is rice-derived glucosylceramide?
Rice-derived glucosylceramide is a sphingoglycolipid isolated from rice bran or rice germ, used as both an ingestible functional food ingredient and a topical cosmetic ingredient.
Sources
- Source dossier (provided)
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. What FFC endpoints are commonly cited for rice-derived glucosylceramide?
Multiple FFC notifications cite skin moisture/hydration support. Specific endpoint wording must follow the individual notification.
Q. How is rice-derived glucosylceramide labeled in Japanese cosmetics?
Cosmetic-grade material is labeled per the JSCI dictionary, commonly as コメ由来グルコシルセラミド. International INCI rendering varies (e.g., Oryza Sativa Glucosylceramide).
Sources
- JSCI cosmetic ingredient dictionary (industry reference)
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Why is plant-derived ceramide preferred in many Japanese formulations?
Plant-derived sphingolipids avoid the animal-source profile and are favored by many Japanese brand owners targeting vegetarian, halal-friendly, or marketing-sensitive audiences.
Sources
- Source dossier (provided)
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Use cases
FFC supplements (skin moisture)
- Positioning
- Inside-out skin hydration support
- Typical usage level
- Per individual FFC notification (often around 0.6–1.8 mg/day glucosylceramide)
- Formulation notes
- Typical formats include soft-gels, tablets and beauty drinks
Moisturizing cosmetics (creams, serums)
- Positioning
- Skin barrier and moisture conditioning
- Formulation notes
- Often paired with hyaluronic acid and biomimetic ceramide blends
Sources
- Source dossier (provided)
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Functional beauty drinks and beauty bars
- Positioning
- Beauty-from-within hydration
- Formulation notes
- Compatible with collagen peptides and elastin in beauty drink matrices
Sources
- Source dossier (provided)
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Scalp and hair-care products
- Positioning
- Scalp barrier and conditioning
- Formulation notes
- Used in leave-on and rinse-off scalp care; concentration set per supplier guidance
Sources
- Source dossier (provided)
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
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References
- Japan Consumer Affairs Agency — Foods with Function Claims notification database
Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.