Appearance: white crystalline powder
Density: 1.45g/cm3
Boiling point: 478 º C
Refractive index: 1.616
Application
1. In medicine: allantoin can promote cell growth, accelerate wound healing, soften keratin and other physiological functions, and is a good healing agent and anti ulcer agent for skin trauma. It can be used to alleviate and treat xerosis, scaly skin diseases, skin ulcers, digestive tract ulcers and inflammation, and has good effects on osteomyelitis, diabetes, cirrhosis and acne.
2. As an amphoteric compound, allantoin can combine various substances to form double salt, which has the functions of avoiding light, sterilization, antisepsis, pain relief and oxidation resistance, and can keep the skin hydrated, moisturized and soft. It is a special additive for cosmetics such as beauty and hair care, and is widely used as an additive for freckle cream, acne liquid, shampoo, soap, toothpaste, shaving lotion, hair conditioner, astringent, anti sweat deodorant lotion, etc. The cosmetics added with allantoin have the functions of tissue protection, hydrophilicity, water absorption and prevention of water dissipation; The hair cream, hair cream and shampoo added with allantoin can protect the hair and keep it from branching; Lipstick and face cream added with allantoin can make skin and lips soft, elastic and beautiful. Allantoin promotes tissue growth, cell metabolism, and softens keratin.
3. In agriculture: allantoin is an excellent plant growth regulator, which can stimulate plant growth, significantly increase yield of wheat, citrus, rice, vegetables, soybeans, etc., and has the effect of fruit fixation and early maturity.