Dimer Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimer (Oligopeptide-108) Amide is a dimer of Oligopeptide-108 in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide
What does it do?
Dimer Amide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
Dimer Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dimer Amide?
Dimer Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimer (Oligopeptide-108) Amide is a dimer of Oligopeptide-108 in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide
Is Dimer Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimer Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimer Amide do in cosmetic products?
Dimer Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 08/12/2014