Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern; ricinoleic acid derivatives are well-established in cosmetics. Standard dermal safety profile.. Synthetic origin; polymer of ricinoleic acid methyl esters; provides binding and plasticity to powder matrices, improving press cohesion and product integrity
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Polyricinoleate safe in cosmetics?
Low concern; ricinoleic acid derivatives are well-established in cosmetics. Standard dermal safety profile.. Synthetic origin; polymer of ricinoleic acid methyl esters; provides binding and plasticity to powder matrices, improving press cohesion and product integrity The EU classifies Methyl Polyricinoleate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Polyricinoleate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Polyricinoleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Polyricinoleate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Polyricinoleate functions as: Binding (ensures cohesion of powdered products), Plasticiser (softens/smoothens brittle materials). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually specified in the COSMILE database; derived from polymerized ricinoleic acid esterified with methanol.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Polyricinoleate?
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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