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Salmon Nasal Cartilage Proteoglycan

サケ鼻軟骨プロテオグリカン (Sake Bi-Nankotsu Proteoglycan)

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Why source from Japan

Proteoglycan extracted from salmon nasal cartilage, developed at Hirosaki University in Aomori Prefecture.

Key spec

INCI Proteoglycan; FFC notification(s) on file; MOQ from 100 g – 10 kg.

Typical end-product

Premium serums and essences — High-end moisturizing and skin elasticity, often paired with hyaluronic acid and ceramides.

At a glance

Suppliers listed
6 suppliers
Typical MOQ
100 g – 10 kg
Typical lead time
4-8 weeks
Regions of origin
Aomori Prefecture
Category
Cosmetic raw materials
Harvest season
Salmon season (Autumn-Winter)
Price range
TBD
Japan regulatory status
PMDA approved for cosmetics; FFC-accepted for joint comfort and skin elasticity
INCI name
Proteoglycan
Japanese name
サケ鼻軟骨プロテオグリカン
Romaji
Sake Bi-Nankotsu Proteoglycan

About this ingredient

Proteoglycan extracted from salmon nasal cartilage, developed at Hirosaki University in Aomori Prefecture. Water-retention capacity approximately 1.3 times that of hyaluronic acid.

Regulatory status

JapanPMDA approved for cosmetics; FFC-accepted for joint comfort and skin elasticity
EUCosIng listed (confirm current)
United StatesAcceptable for cosmetics under MoCRA
ChinaConfirm IECIC listing

FAQ for OEM buyers

Q. Where is salmon proteoglycan produced in Japan?

Production is centered in Aomori Prefecture, leveraging the local salmon supply chain.

Sources

  • Source dossier (provided)

Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

Q. What is the typical MOQ?

MOQs commonly range from 100 g (for cosmetic R&D quantities) to 10 kg (for production lots). Confirm the exact grade-specific MOQ with the supplier.

Sources

  • Source dossier (provided)

Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

Q. Are there seasonal supply considerations?

Raw cartilage availability follows the autumn-winter salmon season, but suppliers typically buffer inventory to provide year-round shipment of the finished extract.

Sources

  • Source dossier (provided)

Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

Q. Is this ingredient acceptable for cosmetic use in the United States?

Salmon cartilage proteoglycan is acceptable as a cosmetic ingredient in the US under MoCRA-era requirements. Importers should ensure facility registration and product listing as required.

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Q. Is the ingredient listed in EU CosIng?

Industry references list the ingredient under CosIng for cosmetic use; buyers should verify the latest CosIng entry directly before label finalization.

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Use cases

  • Premium serums and essences

    Positioning
    High-end moisturizing and skin elasticity, often paired with hyaluronic acid and ceramides
    Formulation notes
    Compatible with leave-on aqueous systems; protect from extreme pH

    Sources

    • Source dossier (provided)

    Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

  • Beauty drinks

    Positioning
    Inside-out skin elasticity (FFC where notified)
    Formulation notes
    Used by Astrim and other Aomori-affiliated brands; specific FFC claim wording must follow individual notifications

    Sources

  • Joint-support supplements

    Positioning
    Joint comfort positioning, often combined with glucosamine or chondroitin in non-FFC products
    Formulation notes
    FFC notifications cite joint comfort endpoints in some cases — verify per brand

    Sources

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Last updated: 2026-04-24

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