Banned in EU

Rh-Polypeptide-9

A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

rh-Polypeptide-9 is a double chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from a human cell which codes for Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A. The gene codes for 412 amino acids. This protein contains 232 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-Polypeptide-9 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Not reported

    function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Rh-Polypeptide-9 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-Polypeptide-9?

Rh-Polypeptide-9 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. rh-Polypeptide-9 is a double chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from a human cell which codes for Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A. The gene codes for 412 amino acids. This protein contains 232 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-Polypeptide-9 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Rh-Polypeptide-9 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Rh-Polypeptide-9 do in cosmetic products?

Rh-Polypeptide-9 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

What is the CAS number of Rh-Polypeptide-9?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Rh-Polypeptide-9 is 127464-60-2.

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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