Is Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder safe in cosmetics?
Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder
INCI: PRUNUS ARMENIACA SHELL POWDER
Prunus Armeniaca Shell Powder (CAS 68650-44-2 (parent)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive (exfoliant). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Abrasive (exfoliant)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted; permitted for cosmetic use
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Safety Data
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Frequently Asked Questions
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).
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