Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Do not confuse with Acetyl Octapeptide-3 (SNAP-8). Different sequence and mechanism with minimal published efficacy or safety data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acetyl Octapeptide-2 safe in cosmetics?
Do not confuse with Acetyl Octapeptide-3 (SNAP-8). Different sequence and mechanism with minimal published efficacy or safety data. The EU classifies Acetyl Octapeptide-2 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Acetyl Octapeptide-2 allowed in the EU?
Acetyl Octapeptide-2 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Acetyl Octapeptide-2 do in cosmetics?
Acetyl Octapeptide-2 functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly listed (note: this is NOT Acetyl Octapeptide-3 / SNAP-8, CAS 868844-74-0).
What is the Margin of Safety for Acetyl Octapeptide-2?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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