Sulfated Castor Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, humectant, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Castor oil, sulfated
What does it do?
Sulfated Castor Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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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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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Sulfated Castor Oil 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 Sulfated Castor Oil?
Sulfated Castor Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Castor oil, sulfated
Is Sulfated Castor Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sulfated Castor Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sulfated Castor Oil do in cosmetic products?
Sulfated Castor Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, humectant, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Sulfated Castor Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sulfated Castor Oil is 8002-33-3.
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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