Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate

INCI: CYCLOTETRAPEPTIDE-24 AMINOCYCLOHEXANE CARBOXYLATE

CAS Number
197172‑76‑2
Function
Antioxidant; anti-ageing peptide (inhibits oxidation reactions, supports anti-age claims)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status prohibited
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated by FDA; used as a cosmetic anti-ageing ingredient. Must not be marketed with drug claims (e.g. treating disease or altering structure beyond cosmetic intent).

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Data-poor novel peptide; ensure full impurity profile (residual solvents, reagents) and heavy metal limits are controlled. Avoid peri-ocular and impaired-skin applications until more safety data exist.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate safe in cosmetics?

Data-poor novel peptide; ensure full impurity profile (residual solvents, reagents) and heavy metal limits are controlled. Avoid peri-ocular and impaired-skin applications until more safety data exist. The EU classifies Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate allowed in the EU?

Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate do in cosmetics?

Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate functions as: Antioxidant; anti-ageing peptide (inhibits oxidation reactions, supports anti-age claims). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 197172‑76‑2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Cyclotetrapeptide‑24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate?

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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