Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient SCCS/CIR Reviewed

Corylus Avellana Seed Powder

INCI: CORYLUS AVELLANA SEED POWDER

CAS Number
84012-21-5
Function
Abrasive (physical exfoliant)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA: No specific prohibition

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Safety Data

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

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Safety Opinions

Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).

cir 15 June 2000
Verdict: unknown

Expert Verdict

High allergen risk from residual proteins with physical irritation potential from particle micro-trauma; aflatoxin contamination and tree nut allergen labeling required; particle size distribution critical for safety control.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corylus Avellana Seed Powder safe in cosmetics?

High allergen risk from residual proteins with physical irritation potential from particle micro-trauma; aflatoxin contamination and tree nut allergen labeling required; particle size distribution critical for safety control. The EU classifies Corylus Avellana Seed Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.

Is Corylus Avellana Seed Powder allowed in the EU?

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

What does Corylus Avellana Seed Powder do in cosmetics?

Corylus Avellana Seed Powder functions as: Abrasive (physical exfoliant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84012-21-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Corylus Avellana 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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