Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Anionic surfactant with low irritation potential in rinse-off formulations; concentration management recommended for leave-on products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Castorate safe in cosmetics?
Anionic surfactant with low irritation potential in rinse-off formulations; concentration management recommended for leave-on products. The EU classifies Potassium Castorate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Castorate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Castorate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Castorate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Castorate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8013-05-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Castorate?
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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