Description
Castor oil is a base oil extracted from the seeds of Ricinus communis through cold-pressing or low-temperature pressing. It is widely used in medical, cosmetic, and industrial applications. Shenlong Herbal is the professional Castor oil supplier in China, with competitive price and best quality of our products.
Basic information
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Product Name: |
Castor oil |
Characteristic: |
100% Natural Oil |
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Plant Part: |
Seed |
Manufacture Process: |
Cold-pressed |
Specification
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Item |
Standard |
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Colour(L133.3mm) |
Y10, R1.0 |
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Odor |
Tasteless at first, then slightly pungent |
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Moisture & Volatile (%) |
≤0.355 |
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Insoluble impurities (%) |
≤0.02 |
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Peroxide Value(mg/kg) |
≤5.0 |
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Acid value(mgKOH/g) |
≤1.99 |
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Saponification Value (mgKOH/g) |
176 -187 |
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Unsaponificable matter(%) |
≤0.7 |
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Iodine value(gI/100g) |
82-88 |
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Viscosity(25℃) |
0.599-0.883 |
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Hydroxyl value(mgKOH/g) |
150-165 |
Application
1.Cosmetic Formulations
- Moisturizer & Emollient: Penetrates skin deeply to hydrate and soften, commonly used in lipsticks, lotions, and hair conditioners.
- Hair Care: Strengthens hair follicles, reduces breakage, and promotes shine in serums and masks.
- Soap: Saponifies easily to create transparent, moisturizing soaps with stable lather.
2.Pharmaceutical Uses
- Laxative: Stimulates bowel movements for constipation relief.
- Anti-inflammatory Agent: Topically applied to soothe minor skin irritations, wounds, or joint pain.
- Carrier Oil: Dilutes essential oils for safe massage or aromatherapy due to high viscosity and skin compatibility.
3.Industrial Applications
- Biodegradable Lubricant:
Aerospace/Machinery: Withstands extreme temperatures (-18°C to 500°C), reducing friction in engines and gears.
Food-Grade Equipment: Hydrogenated variants serve as non-toxic lubricants for processing machinery.
- Chemical Feedstock: Raw material for synthesizing:
Sebacic acid (nylon production)
Undecylenic acid (antifungal agents).
- Surface Coatings: Key component in varnishes, paints, and leather treatments for enhanced durability
Package & Storage
1KG, 5KG, 25KG, 180KG/Drum
Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container, keep away from moisture, strong/direct sun light and heat.
Shelf life:
3 years under Ideal Storage Conditions
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