Castor Oil – Natural Vegetable Oil

🧪 CAS Number: 8001-79-4

🌟 Product Description

Castor oil is a natural triglyceride oil obtained from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant. It is a thick, pale yellow liquid with a mild odor and high viscosity. Rich in ricinoleic acid, it is widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, plastics, paints, and textiles.

🏭 Applications

💊 Pharmaceutical formulations

🧴 Cosmetics and personal care products

🎨 Paint, varnish, and ink production

👕 Textile processing

⚙️ Plastic and polyurethane manufacturing

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: Pale yellow, viscous liquid

Odor: Mild characteristic odor

Molecular Formula: C57H104O9 (triglyceride mixture)

Density (20 °C): ~0.96 g/cm³

Boiling Point: ~313 °C

Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Castor oil should be stored in cool, dry, and light-protected areas. For food and pharmaceutical applications, only high-purity grades should be used. Prolonged storage requires limiting air contact and keeping it in suitable containers.

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📛 Other Names

Ricinus Oil, Palm of Christ Oil