Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited toxicological dataset; as a lipopeptide, enhanced dermal delivery is possible, recommend patch testing for leave-on applications and concentration of use data should be established.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cocoyl Hexapeptide-16 safe in cosmetics?
Limited toxicological dataset; as a lipopeptide, enhanced dermal delivery is possible, recommend patch testing for leave-on applications and concentration of use data should be established. The EU classifies Cocoyl Hexapeptide-16 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cocoyl Hexapeptide-16 allowed in the EU?
Cocoyl Hexapeptide-16 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cocoyl Hexapeptide-16 do in cosmetics?
Cocoyl Hexapeptide-16 functions as: Skin conditioning agent, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (proprietary peptide ingredient).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cocoyl Hexapeptide-16?
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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