Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Heptapeptide-4 SP Trifluoroacetate is the trifluoroacetate salt of a single chain human peptide produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein, Osteopontin and contains 7 amino acids consisting of arginine, glycine, leucine, serine, tyrosine and valine. Osteopontin contains a maximum of 314 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?
Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate 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-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate?
Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Heptapeptide-4 SP Trifluoroacetate is the trifluoroacetate salt of a single chain human peptide produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein, Osteopontin and contains 7 amino acids consisting of arginine, glycine, leucine, serine, tyrosine and valine. Osteopontin contains a maximum of 314 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Heptapeptide-4 Sp Trifluoroacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, 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: 26/04/2019