Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder

INCI: PRUNUS ARMENIACA SHELL POWDER

CAS Number
68650-44-2 (parent)
Function
Abrasive (exfoliant)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; permitted for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Shell is harder than seed โ€” higher micro-laceration risk than seed powder. Particle size and edge geometry must be tightly controlled. Mohs hardness of shell fragments exceeds seed, meaning sharper edges post-milling. Recommend spheronization or fine-milling with edge rounding. Not recommended for facial products on sensitive skin

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder safe in cosmetics?

Shell is harder than seed โ€” higher micro-laceration risk than seed powder. Particle size and edge geometry must be tightly controlled. Mohs hardness of shell fragments exceeds seed, meaning sharper edges post-milling. Recommend spheronization or fine-milling with edge rounding. Not recommended for facial products on sensitive skin The EU classifies Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder allowed in the EU?

Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder do in cosmetics?

Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder functions as: Abrasive (exfoliant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68650-44-2 (parent).

What is the Margin of Safety for Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder?

adequate 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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