Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate
INCI: HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL HYDROXYSTEARATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
12-hydroxystearic acid is the principal fatty acid of HCO itself; one case report linked 12-HSA as the sensitising moiety in HCO contact allergy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate safe in cosmetics?
12-hydroxystearic acid is the principal fatty acid of HCO itself; one case report linked 12-HSA as the sensitising moiety in HCO contact allergy. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate allowed in the EU?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate do in cosmetics?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate functions as: Viscosity controlling, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (complex ester mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Castor Oil Hydroxystearate?
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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