Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids is the complex mixture obtained by the reaction of maleic anhydride with dehydrated fatty acids derived from Ricinus Communis Seed Oil.
What does it do?
Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
EU regulatory status
Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids 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 Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids?
Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids is the complex mixture obtained by the reaction of maleic anhydride with dehydrated fatty acids derived from Ricinus Communis Seed Oil.
Is Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids do in cosmetic products?
Maleated Dehydro Castor Acids is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 15/05/2019