PRUNUS ARMENIACA SEED POWDER- ▸ Exfoliation: natural mechanical exfoliant in facial and body scrubs
- ▸ Abrasive: gentle scrubbing agent in cleansers and soaps
- ▸ Natural alternative: plant-based replacement for synthetic exfoliant beads
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →Ground apricot (Prunus armeniaca) seed (CAS 68650-44-2). Its established personal-care function is as a natural mechanical exfoliant and abrasive in scrubs and cleansers.
Regulatory & registration requirements
- TSCA (US):
- REACH (EU): Not determined from public registry
- EC number: 272-046-1
Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What is apricot seed powder used for?
Ground apricot (Prunus armeniaca) seed (CAS 68650-44-2) is used in personal care as a natural mechanical exfoliant and abrasive in facial and body scrubs, cleansers, and soaps, serving as a plant-based alternative to synthetic exfoliant beads.
Why is apricot seed powder used instead of plastic microbeads?
Apricot seed powder provides a biodegradable, plant-derived abrasive that formulators use in place of synthetic polyethylene microbeads in scrubs and cleansers. Particle size grade determines how coarse or fine the exfoliation feels.
What particle sizes or grades of apricot seed powder are available?
Apricot seed powder is typically supplied in graded particle-size ranges so formulators can dial in the desired exfoliation feel. Specify your target mesh/micron range and we will confirm available grades and specifications.
What is the CAS number for apricot seed powder?
Apricot seed powder carries CAS 68650-44-2 (ground Prunus armeniaca seed). Each shipment includes a CoA and SDS; provide your application so we can confirm the appropriate grade.
How is bulk apricot seed powder ordered?
We supply apricot seed powder in bulk to personal-care and cosmetic manufacturers. Request a quote with your target volume, required particle-size grade, and intended use for pricing, lead time, and documentation.
What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of Apricot Seed Powder (Prunus Armeniaca Seed Powder)?
Apricot Seed Powder (Prunus Armeniaca Seed Powder) (CAS 68650-44-2) is listed as Active on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory; its REACH registration status is not determined from the public ECHA registry.