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Snail secretion filtrate

Snail secretion filtrate suppliers and sourcing guide

Snail secretion filtrate is the mucus produced by the garden snail Helix aspersa (also named Cornu aspersum), collected on snail farms, then filtered and preserved. The secretion is mostly water with glycoproteins, glycosaminoglycans and other dissolved solids. Brands buy it as a liquid filtrate, used at high percentages in essences and serums, or as a concentrated or freeze-dried form.

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Also known as
snail mucin · Helix aspersa secretion filtrate · Cornu aspersum
Facts checked
November 2026

Forms and grades of snail secretion filtrate

Suppliers sell different products under the same name. Specify the one you need.

  • Liquid filtrate

    Filtered, preserved secretion with a stated solids content, the most common form.

  • Concentrated filtrate

    Filtrate concentrated to a higher solids level for lower use rates.

  • Freeze-dried powder

    Dried secretion that is reconstituted in water during manufacture.

What to check on the COA

Compare each result with your own specification when the lot arrives.

Solids content
Dry matter by evaporation, which shows how concentrated the filtrate is.
pH and appearance
pH, color, clarity and odor against the specification.
Protein or glycoprotein content
Protein by a stated method where the supplier specifies it.
Preservative content
Identity and level of the preservative system, needed for the finished product INCI list.
Microbiology
Total aerobic count, yeast and mold and pathogens, since it is an animal secretion.
Heavy metals
Lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury by ICP-MS.

Storage, lots and expiry

Storage and shelf life

Keep snail secretion filtrate in closed containers in a cool place, refrigerated if the supplier specifies, and away from light. Once opened, use it within the supplier time limit and avoid introducing contamination. Shelf life is set by the supplier.

Lots and expiry dates

Solids content, color and odor can vary between lots and farms, so record solids and microbiology for each lot. Ask the supplier how the secretion is collected and record it if you make related claims.

Regulatory status

Facts from regulators and standards bodies, each linked to its source.

  • Health Canada's Natural Health Products Ingredients Database lists snail secretion filtrate, from the secretion of Helix aspersa, as an approved biological substance name for topical use only, with the non-medicinal purpose skin-conditioning agent.

    Source: webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)

This is general information, not regulatory advice. Status differs by country and by how the ingredient is used, so check the rules for your product and market.

Snail secretion filtrate suppliers

Manufacturers and distributors whose own websites say they sell it.

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Frequently asked questions

What forms of snail secretion filtrate can brands buy?

Common forms include liquid filtrate, concentrated filtrate and freeze-dried powder. Ask each supplier for the specification sheet of the exact grade they quote.

What should the COA for snail secretion filtrate include?

Expect solids content, pH and appearance, protein or glycoprotein content, preservative content, microbiology and heavy metals, each with its method, specification and result for that lot.

How should snail secretion filtrate be stored?

Keep snail secretion filtrate in closed containers in a cool place, refrigerated if the supplier specifies, and away from light. Once opened, use it within the supplier time limit and avoid introducing contamination. Shelf life is set by the supplier.

What is the regulatory status of snail secretion filtrate?

Health Canada's Natural Health Products Ingredients Database lists snail secretion filtrate, from the secretion of Helix aspersa, as an approved biological substance name for topical use only, with the non-medicinal purpose skin-conditioning agent.

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