Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very limited published safety data. Melanogenesis-modulating claims require substantiation. Relies on peptide class safety assumptions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrapeptide-12 safe in cosmetics?
Very limited published safety data. Melanogenesis-modulating claims require substantiation. Relies on peptide class safety assumptions The EU classifies Tetrapeptide-12 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Tetrapeptide-12 allowed in the EU?
Tetrapeptide-12 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrapeptide-12 do in cosmetics?
Tetrapeptide-12 functions as: Skin conditioning — reported to support melanin metabolism / skin brightening. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrapeptide-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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