Symrise has secured a new patent in China for its SymSave® H technology, strengthening the intellectual property position of one of its flagship multifunctional cosmetic ingredients. The patent CN116509735B was granted by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) and covers compositions that combine Hydroxyacetophenone with lipophilic components in aqueous systems — a formulation principle central to how SymSave® H delivers its performance across a broad range of cosmetic applications.
The ingredient sits within Symrise‘s Care & Wellness portfolio. Since Symrise introduced Hydroxyacetophenone to the cosmetics industry in 2013, the ingredient has become a widely adopted multifunctional — recognised for its dual role as an antioxidant that stabilises formulations and a soothing agent that supports skin comfort. The new China grant joins an already established international family covering the United States, South Korea, Japan, Brazil, and India, reflecting the ingredient’s global relevance across the world’s largest beauty markets.
What the China Patent Covers
Patent CN116509735B specifically protects compositions in which Hydroxyacetophenone is combined with lipophilic components within aqueous systems. This scope covers a wide variety of relevant cosmetic formulation types — from emulsions to water-based products — offering formulators clearer definition of the technology’s unique character and original source. For brands sourcing SymSave® H, the protection provides greater assurance of authenticity, consistent quality, and long-term supply reliability. The patent also supports Symrise‘s broader strategy of expanding its Care & Wellness Division through proprietary, science-backed technologies.
Symrise on the Strategic Value of IP Protection
“This is a significant milestone for SymSave® H and underscores our long-term commitment to innovation in the global beauty industry. It demonstrates our ongoing investment in developing and protecting proprietary technologies that create value for our customers and strengthen our competitive position.”
— Symrise
The China patent is part of an international IP strategy that gives Symrise exclusive rights across multiple key markets. As demand for proven, multifunctional cosmetic ingredients continues to grow, this additional layer of protection reinforces Symrise‘s position as the original innovator behind Hydroxyacetophenone and a reliable long-term partner for brands building differentiated formulations. For more information, visit Symrise.
