Alnor Oil Company Castor Oil USP

Castor Oil USP is used primarily in pharmaceutical applications, but can also be used for industrial purposes that might involve incidental skin contact.

Labeling Claims: Naturally Derived, Plant-Based

Functions: Lubricant

CAS Number: 8001-79-4

Chemical Name: Castor Oil

Chemical Family: Polyols, Triglycerides, Vegetable Oils

Synonyms: Aromatic castor oil, Ricinus communis oil, Tangantangan oil

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
CAS No.
8001-79-4
EC No.
232-293-8
Technologies
Product Families
Product Functionality

Castor Oil, a clear viscous liquid of the following types shall be the triglyceride oil derived from the seed of the castor plant, genus Ricinus communis.

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.957 - 0.961-Cc 10a-25
Iodine Value83 - 88-Cd 1d-92
Saponification Value176 - 182-Cd 3-25
Free Fatty Acids (0.10 of NaOH)max. 3.5mlUSP
Hydroxyl Value160 - 168-Cd 13-60
Distinction (From other fixed oils)Passes-USP
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Heavy Metalsmax. 0.001%USP Method II

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Grade