Castor Oil Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Castor Oil Phosphate is a complex mixture of esters of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Oil and phosphoric acid
What does it do?
Castor Oil Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
EU regulatory status
Castor Oil Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Castor Oil Phosphate?
Castor Oil Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Castor Oil Phosphate is a complex mixture of esters of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Oil and phosphoric acid
Is Castor Oil Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Castor Oil Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Castor Oil Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Castor Oil Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, emulsion stabilising.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010