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Zinc Ricinoleate

Zinc ricinoleate

Safety Notes

Zinc salt of ricinoleic acid; deodorant active (traps odour molecules); different mechanism from antiperspirant (no sweat duct blocking); well-tolerated; COSMOS-approved

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (deodorant / odour absorber)

Category

Conditioner

Common In

Deodorant products odour-absorbing skincare

Origin

Semi-synthetic (castor oil + zinc)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zinc Ricinoleate safe to use in skincare?

Zinc Ricinoleate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Zinc salt of ricinoleic acid; deodorant active (traps odour molecules); different mechanism from antiperspirant (no sweat duct blocking); well-tolerated; COSMOS-approved

Is Zinc Ricinoleate allowed in India?

Zinc Ricinoleate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Zinc Ricinoleate used for in cosmetics?

Zinc Ricinoleate functions as: Active (deodorant / odour absorber). It is commonly found in: Deodorant products odour-absorbing skincare.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS13040-19-2
EC235-907-2

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