Is Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract safe in cosmetics?
Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Good
Cosmetic Ingredient
Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
Also known as: Apricot, ext., Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract, Abricotier, extraits, Aprikose, Extrakt, albaricoque, extracto (+7 more)
INCI: PRUNUS ARMENIACA FRUIT EXTRACT
Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract (CAS 68650-44-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, emollient, antioxidant, sebum regulator. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Skin conditioning, emollient, antioxidant, sebum regulator
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted; permitted for cosmetic use; UNII: 269CJD5GZ9
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Antioxidant
Astringent
Deodorizer
Flavouring and nutrient
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (3)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
eu_children_restricted
epa_safer_alternative
Known Synonyms
Apricot, ext.
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Fruit Extract
Abricotier, extraits
Aprikose, Extrakt
albaricoque, extracto
EXTRACT, APRICOT
Apricot, extract
EINECS 272-046-1
EC 928-647-2
OILS, APRICOT KERNEL
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil Unsaponifiables
ALBIWAX
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Antioxidant
Humectant
Astringent
Deodorizer
Softener and conditioner
Flavouring and nutrient
Regulatory Lists
Australia; Food and drug - smoking-related products
Europe; Personal care
SCIL (9/2019)
children; Europe; Personal care
children; Europe; Personal care
children; Europe; Personal care - general moisturizing - hand/body lotion
children; Europe; Personal care - hair styling and care - shampoo
children; Europe; Personal care
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract allowed in the EU?
Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract do in cosmetics?
Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, antioxidant, sebum regulator. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68650-44-2.
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