Skin Conditioning

Amber Powder

INCI: AMBER POWDER
CAS 9000-02-6 EC 232-520-0
Amber Powder is the fossilized resin obtained from the pine tree, Pinus succinifera
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Amber Powder is the fossilized resin obtained from the pine tree, Pinus succinifera

Purpose

Function

Abrasive, skin conditioning
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Verdict

Particle size must be controlled (<400 µm typical); rich in succinic acid (3–8%). Suitable for mild face and body exfoliation. Ensure no inhalation risk in powder-form products.

US Note

Not restricted. Permitted under general cosmetic rules.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
9000-02-6
EC Number
232-520-0
INCI
AMBER POWDER
Category
Skin Conditioning
Updated
Apr 2, 2026