Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase is a single chain recombinant Thermus thermophilus protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from Thermus thermophilus which codes for the enzyme putative esterase. The protein contains a maximum of 313 amino acids, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase 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 Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase?
Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase is a single chain recombinant Thermus thermophilus protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from Thermus thermophilus which codes for the enzyme putative esterase. The protein contains a maximum of 313 amino acids, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase do in cosmetic products?
Thermus Thermophilus Putative Esterase is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 26/11/2014