Allowed in EU

Sr-Wasp Spider 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-Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in Pichia pastoris. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Major Ampullate Silk Protein 2 derived from the wasp spider. The parent protein contains a maximum of 3360 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-Wasp Spider 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-Wasp Spider 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-Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1?

Sr-Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sr-Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in Pichia pastoris. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Major Ampullate Silk Protein 2 derived from the wasp spider. The parent protein contains a maximum of 3360 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

Is Sr-Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sr-Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sr-Wasp Spider Polypeptide-1 do in cosmetic products?

Sr-Wasp Spider 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: 21/04/2020