Oligopeptide-8
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oligopeptide-8 is a synthetic 12 amino acid peptide consisting of alanine, arginine, histidine, glycine, lysine, phenylalanine and tyrosine
What does it do?
Oligopeptide-8 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
Oligopeptide-8 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 Oligopeptide-8?
Oligopeptide-8 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oligopeptide-8 is a synthetic 12 amino acid peptide consisting of alanine, arginine, histidine, glycine, lysine, phenylalanine and tyrosine
Is Oligopeptide-8 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oligopeptide-8 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oligopeptide-8 do in cosmetic products?
Oligopeptide-8 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
What is the CAS number of Oligopeptide-8?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oligopeptide-8 is -.
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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: 15/10/2010