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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Sr-Hagfish Polypeptide-1

Used in cosmetic products as humectant, skin conditioning and skin protecting. sr-Hagfish Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Thread Biopolymer Filament Subunit Alpha derived from hagfish. The protein contains a maximum of 643 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sr-Hagfish Polypeptide-1 used for in cosmetics?

Sr-Hagfish Polypeptide-1 is used in cosmetic products as humectant, skin conditioning and skin protecting. sr-Hagfish Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the gene which codes for Thread Biopolymer Filament Subunit Alpha derived from hagfish. The protein contains a maximum of 643 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

Is Sr-Hagfish Polypeptide-1 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Sr-Hagfish Polypeptide-1 in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.