Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)
Hydration

Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)

INCI: Snail Secretion Filtrate · Origin: Naturally derived — filtrate of garden snail (Helix aspersa / Cornu aspersum) secretion

K-beauty icon — deep hydration and skin repair with glycoproteins, allantoin and glycolic acid.

Request a SampleBrowse Products
Category
Hydration
Common %
5-20% (booster), 70% (essence base), 90% (serum)
Starting MOQ
3,000 units (serum or cream)
Lead Time
40-55 days after sample approval

What is Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)?

Snail mucin (INCI: Snail Secretion Filtrate) is the filtered secretion of the garden snail, popularized by the Korean beauty industry. It is rich in glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, allantoin and elastin, giving it a combination of moisturizing, soothing and mild-exfoliating properties. It is one of the highest-search-volume actives in K-beauty and remains a steady export category for private label OEM.

How It Works

Snail mucin works through several complementary mechanisms: glycoproteins and hyaluronic acid provide sustained surface hydration; allantoin supports soothing and helps maintain a healthy skin barrier; a small fraction of glycolic acid offers very mild exfoliation that supports smoother texture. It is well tolerated and widely used in serums, essences, creams and sheet masks.

Market Context for Brand Owners

Snail mucin is a top K-beauty export ingredient. Amazon US data shows strong sustained demand: 'snail mucin' ranks at roughly 60,000 monthly searches and 'snail mucin serum' near 89,000, with 400-700 competing listings — meaning high demand with a manageable competitive field for private label entrants. Popular in the US, Latin America and Southeast Asia.

Formulation & Manufacturing Notes

Snail secretion filtrate is water-soluble and stable across a normal skincare pH range (pH 5.0-6.5). It pairs well with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, peptides and centella. Avoid high heat during manufacturing and keep out of high-alcohol systems, which can degrade the protein fraction. Typical usage in serums/essences is 70-96% as the base or 5-20% as a booster.

Regulatory Status

Snail Secretion Filtrate is permitted in cosmetics in the US, EU, Korea and most export markets. It is not a regulated drug ingredient at cosmetic-use levels. Standard COA, MSDS and microbial certification provided. CPSR support available for EU.

Manufacturing Specifications

Typical Concentrations5-20% (booster) · 70% (essence base) · 90% (serum) · 96% (premium serum)
Common FormatsSerum (30ml) · Essence (150ml) · Cream (50ml jar) · Sheet mask carrier · Toner (200ml)
Starting MOQ3,000 units (serum or cream) / 5,000 units (sheet mask)
Production Lead Time40-55 days after sample approval
DocumentationCosmetics GMP · MSDS · COA per batch · CPSR support · FDA SGS report

What is the MOQ and lead time for Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate) products?

Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate) formulations start at 3,000 units (serum or cream) / 5,000 units (sheet mask), with typical use levels of 5-20% (booster) · 70% (essence base) · 90% (serum) · 96% (premium serum). Branded samples ship in 3–7 days, bulk production runs approximately 20 days after you confirm the sample, and custom formulation starts at 3,000+ units per SKU while private label starts at 500 units per SKU. Production runs in a 3,886 m² GMPC cleanroom certified to ISO 22716:2007 (CN19/31476) and US FDA CFSAN Cosmetic GMP (CN19/31477), and the documentation package for Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate) covers Cosmetics GMP · MSDS · COA per batch · CPSR support · FDA SGS report. Indicative unit prices run $1.50–$5.00 per serum bottle and $0.08–$0.35 per sheet mask, depending on the formula and packaging you select. In practice, brands that confirm the target market before sampling avoid a second testing round, because permitted use levels differ between the US, EU and AU.

Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate) in OEM/ODM Skincare — FAQ & How to Procure

What is Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate) used for in skincare?

K-beauty icon — deep hydration and skin repair with glycoproteins, allantoin and glycolic acid.

What are the typical concentrations of Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)?

Typical use levels are 5-20% (booster) · 70% (essence base) · 90% (serum) · 96% (premium serum). Final levels depend on the formula, target claims, and regulatory limits for your market.

What is the minimum order for a product with Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)?

Starting MOQ is 3,000 units (serum or cream) / 5,000 units (sheet mask). You can begin with a private-label formula or customize an ODM base.

What documentation is available for Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)?

Cosmetics GMP · MSDS · COA per batch · CPSR support · FDA SGS report

How to work with Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate) — step by step

  1. 1Tell us your product concept and target market through the inquiry form — mention that you want to use this ingredient.
  2. 2Our R&D team proposes a base formula and usage level, with a sample in 3–7 days.
  3. 3Review the sample for texture, scent, and stability; request adjustments if needed.
  4. 4Approve the formula, sign off on packaging, and we run a pilot batch.
  5. 5We deliver compliance documentation and ship your first production order.

Products with Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)

Skincraftlab-manufactured product lines that feature this ingredient.

Snail Essence Mist

Snail Essence Mist

Turn snail mucin into a mist your customers will spritz daily — OEM/ODM ready with 96% active filtrate, fast absorption, and full customization.

View details →
Snail Mucin Power Serum

Snail Mucin Power Serum

Bring the K-beauty glass-skin trend to your brand — 97% snail mucin serum that repairs, hydrates, and sells

View details →
Snail Mucin Serum

Snail Mucin Serum

A K-beauty snail mucin serum that hydrates and repairs — your brand's cult-favorite skincare essential

View details →

Related Ingredients

Compare complementary actives in the Hydration category.

Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic Acid
Seaweed Extract
Seaweed Extract
Squalane (Olive-Derived)
Squalane
Urea (Carbamide)
Urea

Formulating with Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)? Check the factory first

An ingredient only becomes a product inside a certified plant. Our cleanroom classification, microbiology lab, SGS-issued GMPC and ISO 22716 certificate numbers, and the transport classification reports for shipping finished goods are all published with their numbers so you can verify them with the issuing bodies.

Inside the factoryCertificates & reportsSerum manufacturing guide

Request a Sample with Snail Mucin (Snail Secretion Filtrate)

Free formulation samples shipped in 3–7 days. Tell us your concentration target, format, and timeline — we'll respond within 48 hours.

Request Sample

Full Product Catalog

100+ products — sheet masks, eye patches, serums, foot care & more

Every product available for OEM, ODM, and private label.

Request a Quote →Full catalog on Alibaba

Ordering facts, before you ask

Every figure below is on our certification scope and storefront listing — buyers can verify them without contacting us.

MOQ

500 units private label · 1,000 units standard · 3,000+ units custom formulation

Lead time

Samples in 3–7 days; bulk production approx. 20 days after confirmation

Certification

GMPC (SGS-issued): ISO 22716 + US FDA CFSAN · BSCI audited 2026

Factory

3,886 m² GMPC cleanroom · 5,000 m² incl. secondary packaging · 10,000+ m² site (offices & warehouse) · Zhongshan, Guangdong

Send your product brief →Browse the catalogGet an instant estimateDownload the product catalog (PDF)