Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Adipic Acid Copolymer is the copolymer formed by the reaction of Hydrogenated Castor Oil with Adipic Acid.
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer 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 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Adipic Acid Copolymer is the copolymer formed by the reaction of Hydrogenated Castor Oil with Adipic Acid.
Is Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/adipic Acid Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 07/07/2020