Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate
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-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
What does it do?
Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate 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
Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate 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 Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate?
Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 9-Octadecenoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
Is Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate do in cosmetic products?
Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Octyldodecyl Ricinoleate is 79490-62-3 / 125093-27-8.
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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