sh-Polypeptide-12

INCI: SH-POLYPEPTIDE-12

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned
Function
Skin conditioning, soothing, anti-psoriasis (IL-4 analog — anti-histamine/immune modulator)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted cosmetic ingredient; no specific FDA restriction. Not a drug unless therapeutic claims are made

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

IL-4 is an immunomodulatory cytokine; theoretical concern regarding immune suppression at high doses; cosmetic-use levels considered safe

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is sh-Polypeptide-12 safe in cosmetics?

IL-4 is an immunomodulatory cytokine; theoretical concern regarding immune suppression at high doses; cosmetic-use levels considered safe The EU classifies sh-Polypeptide-12 as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is sh-Polypeptide-12 allowed in the EU?

sh-Polypeptide-12 EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does sh-Polypeptide-12 do in cosmetics?

sh-Polypeptide-12 functions as: Skin conditioning, soothing, anti-psoriasis (IL-4 analog — anti-histamine/immune modulator). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for sh-Polypeptide-12?

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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