Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
9-Octadecenoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, (9Z,12R)-homopolymer, mono(2-ethylhexyl) ester
What does it do?
Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate 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 Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate?
Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 9-Octadecenoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, (9Z,12R)-homopolymer, mono(2-ethylhexyl) ester
Is Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate do in cosmetic products?
Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylhexyl Polyricinoleate is 83856-22-8.
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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