Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Polypeptide-76 is a fusion peptide of Hexapeptide-40 with a single chain recombinant human peptide produced by Nicotiana benthamiana. The starting human gene is synthesized to be identical to the human gene coding for Transforming Growth Factor Beta-2.
What does it do?
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76 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 Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76?
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Polypeptide-76 is a fusion peptide of Hexapeptide-40 with a single chain recombinant human peptide produced by Nicotiana benthamiana. The starting human gene is synthesized to be identical to the human gene coding for Transforming Growth Factor Beta-2.
Is Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76 do in cosmetic products?
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-76 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin 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: 01/12/2016