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Expert Verdict
Handle with care to avoid respiratory exposure in industrial settings. Ensure castor oil source is free of ricin contamination as standard refining removes ricin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyl Acetyl Ricinoleate safe in cosmetics?
Handle with care to avoid respiratory exposure in industrial settings. Ensure castor oil source is free of ricin contamination as standard refining removes ricin. The EU classifies Butyl Acetyl Ricinoleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butyl Acetyl Ricinoleate allowed in the EU?
Butyl Acetyl Ricinoleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyl Acetyl Ricinoleate do in cosmetics?
Butyl Acetyl Ricinoleate functions as: Skin conditioning agent (emollient), plasticizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 140-04-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Acetyl Ricinoleate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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