Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Decapeptide-1 sh-Polypeptide-9 is a synthetc fusion peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting is synthesized by the fusion of the gene from sh-Decapeptide-1 and sh-Polypeptide-9. The fusion peptide contains 216 amino acids and consist of the proper sequence of the 20 amino acids.
What does it do?
Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9 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
Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9 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 Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9?
Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Decapeptide-1 sh-Polypeptide-9 is a synthetc fusion peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting is synthesized by the fusion of the gene from sh-Decapeptide-1 and sh-Polypeptide-9. The fusion peptide contains 216 amino acids and consist of the proper sequence of the 20 amino acids.
Is Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9 do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Decapeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-9 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: 21/06/2016