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Antimicrobial

ZINC RICINOLEATE

CAS 13040-19-2
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A zinc salt of castor oil's ricinoleic acid — traps and neutralises odour molecules instead of masking them. Popular in natural deodorants; it doesn't block sweat, and has no documented serious concerns.

Skin benefits

  • Traps and neutralizes odor molecules
  • Skin-friendly deodorant active
  • Doesn't block sweat (non-antiperspirant)

Known concerns

  • Less effective than aluminium antiperspirants
  • Rare ricinoleate-related sensitivity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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