Hydrogenated Castor Oil
PEG-40
- CAS
- 61788-85-0
- EC
- 500-147-5
- Sectors
- Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharma & Healthcare, Plastics & Polymers
Hydrogenated castor oil is a white to pale yellow waxy solid with formula C57H110O9 (approximate) and molecular weight around 932 g/mol. Density 0.98 g/cm³, melting point 85-88°C, insoluble in water, soluble in hot organics; hard butter-like, produced by hydrogenation of castor oil, used as lubricant and thickener.
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Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Applications
Used as lubricant in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics; thickener in ointments and creams; in plastics as release agent; in food as emulsifier; in paints and varnishes for viscosity; in rubber for processing aid.
Safety & Risks
Low toxicity, GRAS; may cause mild irritation to eyes and skin. Non-flammable; avoid strong oxidizers. Stable; use PPE; no major hazards but ventilate dusty areas.
Packaging
Packaged in 25kg bags or flakes in supersacks; store in cool, dry places.