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botanical flour with allergen risk

ARACHIS HYPOGAEA FLOUR

CAS 8002-03-7
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Peanut flour is the protein rich solid fraction from Arachis hypogaea seeds. Peanut proteins are major allergens, CIR found data insufficient to support safety, and EU rules cap peanut protein in cosmetics at 0.5 ppm.

Function

ABRASIVE, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, BULKING

Skin benefits

  • Plant derived flour with potential exfoliating and emollient feel
  • Contains skin compatible lipids in trace amounts

Known concerns

  • Peanut is one of the most common severe food allergens
  • Flour retains the protein fraction that drives allergy
  • CIR concluded data insufficient to support cosmetic safety
  • EU restricts peanut derived ingredients to under 0.5 ppm peanut protein

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Same plant / compound family

80
ARACHIS HYPOGAEA FRUIT EXTRACT
Emollient
 72
ARACHIS HYPOGAEA OIL
Emollient
 50
ARACHIS HYPOGAEA SEED CELL EXTRACT
Other
 64
ARACHIS HYPOGAEA SEEDCOAT EXTRACT
Antioxidant
 70
ARACHIS HYPOGAEA SPROUT EXTRACT
Antioxidant

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.