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Copper Tripeptide-1

GHK-Cu / Copper peptide

Safety Notes

Collagen-stimulating and wound-healing; used in anti-aging and hair growth products; copper content requires review in aggregate heavy metal exposure assessment

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (Peptide / Wound healing / Anti-aging)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Anti-aging serums hair growth serums

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Format restriction: Leave-on

Baby restriction: Caution in baby products

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Copper Tripeptide-1 safe to use in skincare?

Copper Tripeptide-1 has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Collagen-stimulating and wound-healing; used in anti-aging and hair growth products; copper content requires review in aggregate heavy metal exposure assessment

Is Copper Tripeptide-1 allowed in India?

Copper Tripeptide-1 is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Copper Tripeptide-1 used for in cosmetics?

Copper Tripeptide-1 functions as: Active (Peptide / Wound healing / Anti-aging). It is commonly found in: Anti-aging serums hair growth serums.

Is Copper Tripeptide-1 safe for babies?

Copper Tripeptide-1 has baby/child restrictions: Caution in baby products. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS89030-95-5
ECN/A

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