Rh-Oligopeptide-33
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
rh-Oligopeptide-33 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from a human cell which codes for Beta-Defensin-Like Protein used as such or adapted to the production host. It contains a maximum of 77 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
Rh-Oligopeptide-33 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Rh-Oligopeptide-33 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 416), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Rh-Oligopeptide-33?
Rh-Oligopeptide-33 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. rh-Oligopeptide-33 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from a human cell which codes for Beta-Defensin-Like Protein used as such or adapted to the production host. It contains a maximum of 77 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Rh-Oligopeptide-33 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Rh-Oligopeptide-33 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Rh-Oligopeptide-33 do in cosmetic products?
Rh-Oligopeptide-33 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Rh-Oligopeptide-33?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rh-Oligopeptide-33 is -.
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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: 23/06/2016