Castor Oil
Oleum Ricini, Ricinus Communis Oil
- CAS
- 8001-79-4
- EC
- 933-124-7
- Sectors
- Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharma & Healthcare, Lubricants & Metalworking
Castor Oil (CAS 8001-79-4) is a viscous, pale-yellow triglyceride rich in ricinoleic acid, supplied as a clear to slightly yellow liquid, and is used as an emollient and carrier oil in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics and as an industrial precursor for nylon-11, coatings and hydraulic fluids. It has exceptional lubricity, polarity, and stability under a wide temperature range.
Typical Properties
| Molecular weight | 933.43 g/mol |
|---|---|
| Appearance | pale yellow viscous liquid |
| Form | Viscous Hygroscopic Liquid |
| Color | Clear almost colorless or slightly yellow |
| Odor | Slight characteristic odor |
| Melting point | -18 to -10 °C |
| Boiling point | 313 °C |
| Density | 0.96 g/cm³ |
| Water solubility | <0.1 g/100 mL at 20 °C |
| Flash point | >230 °F |
| HS code | 15153090 |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Castor Oil
Applications
Used in pharmaceuticals, lubricants, and cosmetics as an emollient and carrier oil. Industrially, it serves as a precursor for nylon-11, coatings, and hydraulic fluids.
Safety & Risks
Non-toxic and biodegradable. Avoid prolonged heat exposure to prevent degradation.
Packaging
Supplied in 200 kg drums or IBC tanks. Store sealed, cool, and away from oxidants.