Is Ricinus Communis Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 6 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Also known as: Castor oil aromatic, Castor oil (Ricinus communis L.), Caswell No. 165B, Cosmetol, EINECS 232-293-8 (+11 more)
INCI: RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil (CAS 8001-79-4) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emollient, Skin Conditioning. NOAEL 1000 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety and pharmaceutical data.
Function
Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Editorial assessment
EXCELLENT
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ricinus Communis Seed Oil.
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Toxicological Studies
6 study endpoints found for Ricinus Communis Seed Oil. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 3045 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS DB |
| NOAEL | 7823 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Subchronic | COSMOS DB |
| NOAEL | 11329 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Special Toxicology Study | COSMOS DB |
| NOAEL | 12840 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Special Toxicology Study | COSMOS DB |
| NOAEL | =5780 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | subchronic | ECHA |
| NOAEL | =10000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | reproduction developmental | ECHA |
GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is irritating to the gastrointestinal tract.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for Ricinus Communis Seed Oil across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
EPA ToxValDB — Toxicity Values
3 toxicity values from EPA ToxValDB (aggregated from CCTE, HPV, ToxRefDB, IRIS, and other regulatory dossiers).
| Endpoint | Value | Species | Route | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | =10000 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | - | ECHA |
| NOAEL | =5780 mg/kg-day | Rat | oral | subchronic | ECHA |
| ADI | <=0.7 mg/kg | Human | oral | - | WHO/JECFA |
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Anti-caking agent
Anti-static agent
Binder
Defoamer
Deodorizer
Dispersing agent
Drier
Emulsifier
Flavouring and nutrient
Fragrance
Regulatory List Membership (5)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
Consumer Product Chemical
Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for Ricinus Communis Seed Oil — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
epa_safer_alternative
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Ricinus Communis Seed Oil by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
6
Lowest NOAEL
3045 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
1.284e+4 mg/kg bw/day
COSMOS DB
ECHA
Known Synonyms
Castor oil aromatic
Castor oil (Ricinus communis L.)
Caswell No. 165B
Cosmetol
EINECS 232-293-8
EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 031608
FEMA No. 2263
Gold bond
NCI-C55163
Palma christi oil
Ricirus oil
Oleum Ricini
Ricini oleum
Castor oil, aromatic
Olio di ricino
UNII-D5340Y2I9G
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Deodorizer
Fragrance
Solvent
Regulatory Lists
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in pharmaceutical data.
SOURCE
ChEMBL / DrugCentral / FAERS
DB_PHARMA CAS match
Pharmaceutical Data
Same-CAS rows from the pharmaceutical spoke database.
Compound
castor oil
ChEMBL ID
CHEMBL2109005
Adverse Event Associations
20
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ricinus Communis Seed Oil allowed in the EU?
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ricinus Communis Seed Oil do in cosmetics?
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8001-79-4.
What is the NOAEL for Ricinus Communis Seed Oil?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is 3045 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 6 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS DB.
Is Ricinus Communis Seed Oil used outside cosmetics?
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil also appears in industrial chemical safety and pharmaceutical data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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