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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-1) is the best-characterised copper peptide complex with multi-mechanism anti-aging and repair activity supported by decades of academic and commercial research. Well-tolerated with excellent safety profile and unrestricted global regulatory status.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1) safe in cosmetics?
GHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-1) is the best-characterised copper peptide complex with multi-mechanism anti-aging and repair activity supported by decades of academic and commercial research. Well-tolerated with excellent safety profile and unrestricted global regulatory status. The EU classifies Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1) as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1) allowed in the EU?
Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1) do in cosmetics?
Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1) functions as: GHK-Cu: glycine-histidine-lysine copper complex. Tissue-remodelling tripeptide with copper-dependent activation of fibroblast collagen types I/III and elastin synthesis, glycosaminoglycan production, superoxide dismutase (SOD) activation, wound-healing, and angiogenesis. Anti-aging, barrier repair, and anti-inflammatory activity.. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 49557-75-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1)?
adequate 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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