Bee Venom
Synonyms
Venom, bee;
Category
Zwitterionic Surfactant
> Amino Acid Type
>> Peptide and its Salts
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: N/A
EINECS: N/A
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), transparent liquid.
Odor specific aromatic odor.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Liquid form: irritation, irritation to skin, eye.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial abilities.
Note (1), Secreted by bee venom glands. Melittin is one of the main components.
(2), Melittin has strong hemolytic property.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
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Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Liquid |
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Actives, %, ≥ |
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Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
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Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
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Liquid |
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Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
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As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Personal care products
Skin protecting agent, astringent in personal care products.
Manufacturers
Update: 20140915(1); 20190225(2);