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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Sh-Polypeptide-102

Used in cosmetic products as skin protecting. sh-Polypeptide-102 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is a synthesized copy of the human gene which codes for 10 kDa heat shock protein mitochondrial, used as such or adapted to the production host. It contains a maximum of 102 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sh-Polypeptide-102 used for in cosmetics?

Sh-Polypeptide-102 is used in cosmetic products as skin protecting. sh-Polypeptide-102 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is a synthesized copy of the human gene which codes for 10 kDa heat shock protein mitochondrial, used as such or adapted to the production host. It contains a maximum of 102 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

Is Sh-Polypeptide-102 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Sh-Polypeptide-102 in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.