Sulfated Castor Oil

INCI: SULFATED CASTOR OIL (TURKEY RED OIL)

CAS Number
8002-33-3
Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying; Solubilizing agent; Humectant; Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Cosmetic use permitted – not restricted; long established use history

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Deep red color may affect product aesthetics. pH optimum ~7.5. Active content ~82%, water ~18%. Available in ECOCERT-certified grades. Grades range 30–70% active. Process temp 25–30 °C during manufacture

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sulfated Castor Oil safe in cosmetics?

Deep red color may affect product aesthetics. pH optimum ~7.5. Active content ~82%, water ~18%. Available in ECOCERT-certified grades. Grades range 30–70% active. Process temp 25–30 °C during manufacture The EU classifies Sulfated Castor Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sulfated Castor Oil allowed in the EU?

Sulfated Castor Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sulfated Castor Oil do in cosmetics?

Sulfated Castor Oil functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying; Solubilizing agent; Humectant; Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8002-33-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sulfated Castor Oil?

adequate 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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