Pyrus malus (Apple) root bark powder

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AKA: Apple Root Bark Powder
Plant-Derived
Not Clean
OriginNative to Central Asia, Europe. Derived from the root bark of apple trees (Pyrus malus) in the Rosaceae family, native to Central Asia and Europe. Produced by harvesting, drying, and milling the root bark into a fine powder.
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Root Bark Powder is a cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Root Bark
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
85251-63-4
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Bleaching
Lightens Color
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Lightens skin tone
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2023
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR