E1503Carrier · Emulsifier

Castor oil

What the research shows

Not enough

published research on this page yet

How we decide

Used in food as a carrier or emulsifier.

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Regulatory status

Checked Sep 2026

United States Permitted FDA 21 CFR 172.876
Canada Permitted Health Canada · Other Accepted Uses

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Products

The 6 most-scanned of 64 products on Open Food Facts that list castor oil.

degree 2 additives
Zinc Oxide 23.4% Sunscreen SPF 50 Thinkkids 4 additives
Castor Oil Frescaro · 6 fl.oz ( 177 ml) 1 additive
Dulcilax 8 additives
Old Spice Original Old Spice · 3.0 oz 4 additives
Old Spice Wilderness Deodorant 4 additives