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Is Isopropyl Ricinoleate vegan?

Isopropyl Ricinoleate

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Isopropyl Ricinoleate is the ester of isopropyl alcohol and ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid derived from castor oil, used as an emollient in cosmetics.

Also known as Isopropyl (R)-12-hydroxyoleate
INCI name Isopropyl Ricinoleate
CAS number 71685-99-9
EC number 275-841-1
CosIng ID 34703
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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