Allowed in EU

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide is the product obtained by the reaction of palmitic acid chloride and Tetrapeptide-20 in which C-terminus is an amide.

What does it do?

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 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 Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide?

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide is the product obtained by the reaction of palmitic acid chloride and Tetrapeptide-20 in which C-terminus is an amide.

Is Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide do in cosmetic products?

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning.

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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: 15/04/2019