Heptapeptide-16

INCI: HEPTAPEPTIDE-16

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned/listed in major chemical databases
Function
Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not prohibited or restricted. Subject to general cosmetic safety requirements under the FD\&C Act and MoCRA provisions.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No specific safety concerns flagged in regulatory databases. As a synthetic peptide, general considerations include potential sensitization at high concentrations and the need for stability data. No SCCS opinion has been issued specifically for this ingredient.. A seven-amino-acid synthetic peptide belonging to the oligopeptide class used in cosmetics for skin regeneration and anti-aging effects. Peptides of this class signal endogenous repair mechanisms and are often combined with vitamins (...

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heptapeptide-16 safe in cosmetics?

No specific safety concerns flagged in regulatory databases. As a synthetic peptide, general considerations include potential sensitization at high concentrations and the need for stability data. No SCCS opinion has been issued specifically for this ingredient.. A seven-amino-acid synthetic peptide belonging to the oligopeptide class used in cosmetics for skin regeneration and anti-aging effects. Peptides of this class signal endogenous repair mechanisms and are often combined with vitamins (... The EU classifies Heptapeptide-16 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Heptapeptide-16 allowed in the EU?

Heptapeptide-16 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Heptapeptide-16 do in cosmetics?

Heptapeptide-16 functions as: Skin conditioning - maintains the skin in good condition. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned/listed in major chemical databases.

What is the Margin of Safety for Heptapeptide-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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