Pyrus Cydonia Seed

INCI: PYRUS CYDONIA SEED [^1_8]

CAS Number
90106-03-9 [^1_7]
Function
Abrasive, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling [^1_8][^1_7]
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; no specific restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Contains amygdalin (cyanogenic glycoside) โ€” processing must ensure reduction of cyanide precursors; particle size must be controlled in scrub applications to prevent micro-tears; seed proteins may trigger rare allergic responses in Rosaceae-sensitized individuals

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pyrus Cydonia Seed safe in cosmetics?

Contains amygdalin (cyanogenic glycoside) โ€” processing must ensure reduction of cyanide precursors; particle size must be controlled in scrub applications to prevent micro-tears; seed proteins may trigger rare allergic responses in Rosaceae-sensitized individuals The EU classifies Pyrus Cydonia Seed as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Pyrus Cydonia Seed allowed in the EU?

Pyrus Cydonia Seed EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pyrus Cydonia Seed do in cosmetics?

Pyrus Cydonia Seed functions as: Abrasive, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling [^1_8][^1_7]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90106-03-9 [^1_7].

What is the Margin of Safety for Pyrus Cydonia Seed?

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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