Chemical Substance - L-Theanine

NHPID name:
L-Theanine

Reference:
CHEMID

Proper name(s):

Common name(s):
L-Theanine

Category:
Approved Chemical Name
Structure:
Image of molecular structure representing L-Theanine

Monograph(s):
Cognitive function products , Theanine, L-

Schedule 1:
Isolate

CAS registry number:
3081-61-6


Source material:
Camellia sinensis   ( Parts: Leaf )



Roles

Medicinal

Rationale:

Classified as an NHP under Schedule 1, item 2 (an isolate) of the Natural Health Products Regulations

Reference:  NNHPD

Non-medicinal

Purposes:
Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient , Skin-Conditioning Agent - Humectant
Restrictions:

General

Route Of administration:
Topical

Reference:
UNAVA