Allowed in EU

Sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a 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-Staphylococcus Phage 2638A 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 ORF007 derived from Staphylococcus Phage 2638A. The parent protein contains a maximum of 486 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-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a Polypeptide-1 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

Sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a 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-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a Polypeptide-1?

Sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a Polypeptide-1 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638A 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 ORF007 derived from Staphylococcus Phage 2638A. The parent protein contains a maximum of 486 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

Is Sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a Polypeptide-1 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a Polypeptide-1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a Polypeptide-1 do in cosmetic products?

Sr-Staphylococcus Phage 2638a 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