Nonapeptide-42 Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nonapeptide-42 Amide is the synthetic peptide consisting of leucine, lysine and tryptophan in which the C-terminus is an amide.
What does it do?
Nonapeptide-42 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
Nonapeptide-42 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 Nonapeptide-42 Amide?
Nonapeptide-42 Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nonapeptide-42 Amide is the synthetic peptide consisting of leucine, lysine and tryptophan in which the C-terminus is an amide.
Is Nonapeptide-42 Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Nonapeptide-42 Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Nonapeptide-42 Amide do in cosmetic products?
Nonapeptide-42 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: 07/07/2020