Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ricinoleic acid-derived ingredients may occasionally cause mild irritation in individuals sensitive to castor oil derivatives; limited standalone toxicological data available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polylactate/Ricinoleate safe in cosmetics?
Ricinoleic acid-derived ingredients may occasionally cause mild irritation in individuals sensitive to castor oil derivatives; limited standalone toxicological data available. The EU classifies Polylactate/Ricinoleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polylactate/Ricinoleate allowed in the EU?
Polylactate/Ricinoleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polylactate/Ricinoleate do in cosmetics?
Polylactate/Ricinoleate functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (proprietary copolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Polylactate/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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