Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from Vibrio Alginolyticus which codes for the enzyme, Collagenase. The protein contains a maximum of 1021 amino acids, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase 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 Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase?
Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is directly isolated from Vibrio Alginolyticus which codes for the enzyme, Collagenase. The protein contains a maximum of 1021 amino acids, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase do in cosmetic products?
Vibrio Alginolyticus Collagenase is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
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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: 07/05/2026