Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 is a lipidated signal peptide used at very low concentrations (0.0004% active) in W/W cream formulations with no regulatory restrictions in EU or US markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 safe in cosmetics?
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 is a lipidated signal peptide used at very low concentrations (0.0004% active) in W/W cream formulations with no regulatory restrictions in EU or US markets. The EU classifies Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 allowed in the EU?
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 do in cosmetics?
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 functions as: Signal peptide with palmitoyl lipidation for enhanced stratum corneum penetration. Stimulates extracellular matrix components. Used at very low active concentrations in W/W cream formulations.. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 171263-26-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12?
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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