Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1
A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Somatotropin derived from giraffe. The parent protein contains a maximum of 217 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 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-Giraffe Polypeptide-1?
Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Somatotropin derived from giraffe. The parent protein contains a maximum of 217 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 do in cosmetic products?
Sr-Giraffe Polypeptide-1 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: 18/10/2019