Allowed in EU

Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp

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

What is it?

sh-Hexapeptide-5 SP is a single chain human peptide, produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein Fibronectin, and contains 6 amino acids consisting of arginine, aspartic acid, proline and serine.

What does it do?

Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp 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

Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp 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-Hexapeptide-5 Sp?

Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Hexapeptide-5 SP is a single chain human peptide, produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein Fibronectin, and contains 6 amino acids consisting of arginine, aspartic acid, proline and serine.

Is Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp do in cosmetic products?

Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

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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: 25/04/2019