High Purity Castor Oil
Product Description
| Product | High Purity Castor Oil |
| CAS | 8001-79-4 |
| Formula | C3H5(C18H33O3)3 |
| Synonym | Castor Oil |
Typical Product Specifications
| Refractive Index | 1.4758 - 1.4798 |
| Saponification Value | 176 - 187 |
| Iodine Value | 160 - 168 wijs |
| Peroxide Value | 50 meq/kg max |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | 0.8 % max |
| Appearence | Clear almost colourless to slightly yellow, viscous, hygroscopic liquid |
| Acid Value | 200 max |
| Weight | 0.945 - 0.965 g/ml at 20C |
| Optical Rotation | +3.5 - +6.0 |
| Hydroxyl Value | 150 min |
| Moisture | 0.05% max kF |
| Notes | High purity castor oil has a number of uses as a chemical feedstock for derivatives. It is also widely used in cosmetics and food applications for its emulsive properties. Industrially it has a variety of applications in plastics, coatings, adhesives and various resins. |
| Class | Adhesives, Coatings and Sealants Chemicals, Food and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers, Personal Care - Cosmetic Ingredients |
| Function | Intermediates, Emulsifier, Castor Oil and its derivatives |
| Industry | Food Chemicals, Cosmetic, Nutrition, Industrial, Resin & Coating, Adhesives, Plastics, Personal Care |
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