Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Protein hydrolyzates, spinal cord. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of spinal cord composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin
What does it do?
Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein 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 Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein?
Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Protein hydrolyzates, spinal cord. Substance obtained by acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of spinal cord composed primarily of amino acids, peptides, and proteins. It may contain impurities consisting chiefly of carbohydrates and lipids along with smaller quantities of miscellaneous organic substances of biological origin
Is Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein do in cosmetic products?
Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrolyzed Spinal Protein is 91080-05-6.
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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