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RICINOLEAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE.

Questionable CAS 112324-16-0 / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING

RICINOLEAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE is a quaternary ammonium ethosulfate derived from ricinoleic acid, known for its emollient and conditioning properties. It is incorporated into formulations to enhance skin feel and provide softening attributes.

Summary

Emollient Skin conditioning Antistatic Hair conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by leveraging the emollient characteristics of castor oil-derived ricinoleic acid, combined with the anti-static and conditioning benefits typical of quaternary ammonium compounds. On the skin, it actively improves the tactile sensation and overall feel of skincare emulsions, contributing to a smoother and softer perception.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Moderate

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not published a dedicated safety assessment for RICINOLEAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE. As a quaternary ammonium salt, environmental health organizations like EWG have highlighted concerns based on structurally similar compounds, including potential low neurotoxicity, low endocrine disruption, low to moderate non-reproductive organ system toxicity, and low to moderate allergies and immunotoxicity. It is important to note that this ingredient is not permitted in EWG VERIFIED products.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

While RICINOLEAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE offers emollient and conditioning benefits that enhance skin feel, the absence of a specific CIR safety review and noted environmental concerns for similar compounds make its inclusion in precision skincare formulations questionable.

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