Polyricinoleic Acid

INCI: POLYRICINOLEIC ACID

CAS Number
27925-02-6
Function
Emulsifier (W/O systems), Skin Conditioning Agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; also has GRAS food-use history (as PGPR โ€” polyglycerol polyricinoleate is related)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Derived from castor oil (ricinoleic acid); ensure castor oil source is ricin-free as standard processing eliminates this toxin.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyricinoleic Acid safe in cosmetics?

Derived from castor oil (ricinoleic acid); ensure castor oil source is ricin-free as standard processing eliminates this toxin. The EU classifies Polyricinoleic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyricinoleic Acid allowed in the EU?

Polyricinoleic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyricinoleic Acid do in cosmetics?

Polyricinoleic Acid functions as: Emulsifier (W/O systems), Skin Conditioning Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 27925-02-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyricinoleic Acid?

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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