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Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell Powder

INCI: BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII NUT SHELL POWDER

CAS Number
91080-23-8
Function
Abrasive (physical exfoliant)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate for external use. Inert physical material.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Physical irritation risk from particle size and shape requires controlled QC to avoid sharp edges; supplier confirmed absence of asbestos, dioxane, and VOCs.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell Powder safe in cosmetics?

Physical irritation risk from particle size and shape requires controlled QC to avoid sharp edges; supplier confirmed absence of asbestos, dioxane, and VOCs. The EU classifies Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell Powder allowed in the EU?

Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell Powder do in cosmetics?

Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell Powder functions as: Abrasive (physical exfoliant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91080-23-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Butyrospermum Parkii Nut Shell 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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