Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 sh-Oligopeptide-1 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-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 and sh-Oligopeptide-1. The fusion peptide contains 291 amino acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids..
What does it do?
Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-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-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1?
Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 sh-Oligopeptide-1 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-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 and sh-Oligopeptide-1. The fusion peptide contains 291 amino acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids..
Is Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1 do in cosmetic products?
Sr-Jellyfish Polypeptide-1 Sh-Oligopeptide-1 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin protecting.
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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: 22/06/2016