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:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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