Allowed in EU

Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 is a single chain synthetic fusion peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized by the fusion of the gene from sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1, sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1, Tripeptide-64, sh-Polypeptide-50, Oligopeptide-144 and Hexapeptide-40. The fusion peptide contains 884 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 amino acids.

What does it do?

Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 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 Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40?

Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 is a single chain synthetic fusion peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized by the fusion of the gene from sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1, sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1, Tripeptide-64, sh-Polypeptide-50, Oligopeptide-144 and Hexapeptide-40. The fusion peptide contains 884 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 amino acids.

Is Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 do in cosmetic products?

Sr-Escherichia Coli Polypeptide-1 Tripeptide-64 Sr-Silkworm Polypeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-50 Oligopeptide-144 Hexapeptide-40 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: 14/02/2018