Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder

INCI: BERTHOLLETIA EXCELSA SEED POWDER

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Abrasive (exfoliant), Skin Conditioning, Bulking Agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Brazil nut seed powder presents highest allergen risk due to intact proteins in particulate form; potential for micro-abrasion enhancing allergen penetration requires tree nut origin declaration and particle size distribution specification in CPSR.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder safe in cosmetics?

Brazil nut seed powder presents highest allergen risk due to intact proteins in particulate form; potential for micro-abrasion enhancing allergen penetration requires tree nut origin declaration and particle size distribution specification in CPSR. The EU classifies Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder allowed in the EU?

Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder do in cosmetics?

Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder functions as: Abrasive (exfoliant), Skin Conditioning, Bulking Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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