azelaic acid

Azelaic Acid (CAS 123-99-9, molecular formula C9H16O4) is manufactured directly by the supplier as a naturally occurring nine-carbon saturated dicarboxylic acid, with samples available. It has antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis, reduces excess skin oil, lightens pigmentation such as freckles and chloasma, and has anti-inflammatory, free-radical-scavenging properties, making it effective topically at 20% concentration for mild to moderate acne. It is distributed across North America, Central/South America, Europe, Australasia and Asia.