Sh-Polypeptide-30
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Polypeptide-30 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the human gene which codes for Leukemia Inhibitory Factor. It contains a maximum of 202 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-Polypeptide-30 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-Polypeptide-30 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-Polypeptide-30?
Sh-Polypeptide-30 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Polypeptide-30 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the human gene which codes for Leukemia Inhibitory Factor. It contains a maximum of 202 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-Polypeptide-30 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Polypeptide-30 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Polypeptide-30 do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Polypeptide-30 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Sh-Polypeptide-30?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sh-Polypeptide-30 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: 15/10/2010