Sh-Oligopeptide-121
Used in cosmetic products as skin conditioning, miscellaneous. sh-Oligopeptide-121 is a single chain recombinant human peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene which is a synthesized copy of the human gene that codes for Keratin-Associated Protein 6-2 is used as such or adapted to the production host. Keratin-Associated Protein 6-2 contains a maximum of 62 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. It consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sh-Oligopeptide-121 used for in cosmetics?
Sh-Oligopeptide-121 is used in cosmetic products as skin conditioning, miscellaneous. sh-Oligopeptide-121 is a single chain recombinant human peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene which is a synthesized copy of the human gene that codes for Keratin-Associated Protein 6-2 is used as such or adapted to the production host. Keratin-Associated Protein 6-2 contains a maximum of 62 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. It consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Sh-Oligopeptide-121 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
No EU restriction annex is recorded for Sh-Oligopeptide-121 in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.