(USP) Castor Oil 420 LBS Drum
Unleash the Versatility of Castor Oil
Castor oil, originally native to Central Africa, has found its place in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. Known for its ornamental beauty, this remarkable plant is also cultivated extensively for industrial oil production, particularly in India and Brazil. With a rich history of medicinal use, castor oil continues to be a versatile and valuable resource.
Our castor oil is extracted from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant, a member of the Euphorbiaceae family. This fixed oil is prized for its wide range of applications, from industrial to personal care.
Renowned for its nourishing and moisturizing properties, castor oil is a staple in many beauty and wellness routines. It deeply conditions hair, promotes healthy skin, and serves as an excellent carrier oil for essential oils. Its thick consistency and high ricinoleic acid content make it ideal for a variety of uses, from soothing dry skin to strengthening hair and nails.
Experience the natural power and versatility of our premium castor oil. Whether you're using it for its beauty benefits or its industrial applications, castor oil is a timeless addition to your collection.
Specifications
Specific Gravity Range at 25ºC According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method
0.957 to 0.961 Iodine Value Range According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method
83 to 88 Saponification Value Range According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method
176 to 182 Free Fatty Acids Value for 0.10 Normal Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method
<3.5 mL Maximum Method 2 Heavy Metals Value According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method
0.001 % Hydroxyl Value Range According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method
160 to 168 Distinction from Most Other Fixed Oils According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method
Passes Maximum Color Gardner According to American Oil Chemists Society (AOCS) Td la-64 Test Method
3 Appearance
Characteristically clear and free from suspended matter Odor
Slight
CharacteristicTypical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C16:0 Lipid Number1 0.8 to 1.8 % Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C18:0 Lipid Number2 0.8 to 2.0 % Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C18:1 Lipid Number3 3.0 to 6.0 % Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C18:2 Lipid Number4 3.5 to 6.8 % Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for Ricinoleic5 82 to 95 % Castor Oil as an Industrial Ingredient
The castor oil is today used in plastics, textiles, paints, cosmetics, and a number of inks and industrial adhesives. Castor Oil is finding increasing uses in the industrial world. It figures largely in the manufacture of the artificial leather used in upholstery; it furnishes a coloring for butter, and from it is produced the so-called 'Turkey-red' oil used in the dyeing of cotton textures. It is an essential component in some artificial rubbers, in various descriptions of celluloid, and in the making of certain waterproof preparations, and one of the largest uses is in the manufacture of transparent soaps. It also furnishes sebacic acid which is employed in the manufacture of candles, and caprylic acid, which enters into the composition of varnishes.
Castor Oil for Cosmetics, and Medical Use
The castor oil, when used in cosmetics, acts as a humectant; it attracts and retains moisture to the skin. Castor oil is often used in lipsticks. It is also a thickener and an emollient. Castor Oil is regarded as one of the most valuable laxatives in medicine. Externally, the oil has been recommended for various cutaneous complaints. Castor Oil is an excellent solvent of pure alkaloids and such solutions of Atropine, Cocaine, etc., as are used in ophthalmic surgery. It is also dropped into the eye to remove the after-irritation caused by the removal of foreign bodies.
Castor Oil for Soap Manufacturing
Castor Oil forms a clean, light-colored soap, which dries and hardens well and is free from smell.
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