Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low toxicity profile; derived from castor oil (ricinoleic acid); generally well-tolerated; potential for mild irritation only at very high concentrations. Oily, colorless to pale yellow liquid; derived from castor oil via acetylation and esterification; good solubility in organic solvents, insoluble in water; possesses anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties; biodegradable
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Acetyl Ricinoleate safe in cosmetics?
Low toxicity profile; derived from castor oil (ricinoleic acid); generally well-tolerated; potential for mild irritation only at very high concentrations. Oily, colorless to pale yellow liquid; derived from castor oil via acetylation and esterification; good solubility in organic solvents, insoluble in water; possesses anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties; biodegradable The EU classifies Methyl Acetyl Ricinoleate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Acetyl Ricinoleate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Acetyl Ricinoleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Acetyl Ricinoleate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Acetyl Ricinoleate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent, plasticizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 140-03-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl 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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