Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Temperature-sensitive: process below 45°C ; sequence: Ac-Lys-Asp-Val-Tyr-OH; molecular formula C₂₆H₃₉N₅O₉
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrapeptide-2 safe in cosmetics?
Temperature-sensitive: process below 45°C ; sequence: Ac-Lys-Asp-Val-Tyr-OH; molecular formula C₂₆H₃₉N₅O₉ The EU classifies Tetrapeptide-2 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Tetrapeptide-2 allowed in the EU?
Tetrapeptide-2 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrapeptide-2 do in cosmetics?
Tetrapeptide-2 functions as: Skin conditioning; anti-aging; immune defense stimulation; firming; compensates for thymic factor loss. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1239011-60-9 (as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2).
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrapeptide-2?
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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