CASTOR OIL
CASTOR OIL
International name: Castor Oil
Synonym: castor oil, castor oil
CAS No: 8001-79-4
Qualifications: Imp.
Appearance: clear or slightly yellowish liquid, thick and sticky
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place.
Specification
CASTOR OIL
| Commodity | Required Parameter | Observed Parameter |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow,viscous,Clear liquid | Pale yellow,viscous,Clear liquid |
| Moisture(K.F) | 0.25% Max. | 0.14% |
| FFA (as oleic) | 1.00% Max | 0.55% |
| Acid Value | 2.00 Max | 1.10 |
| Acid Value | 2.00 Max | 1.10 |
| Iodine Value(wijs) | 82-90 | 86.38 |
| Saponification Value | 177-185 | 180.51 |
| Hydroxyl value | 158-163 | 160.18 |
| Specific gravity @30’c | 0.954-0.960 | 0.9560 |
| Unsaponifiable matter | 1.00% Max | 0.42% |
| Color on lovibond in 5.25”cell |
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Application
Chemical industry
Castor oil has been used to obtain alkyd and epoxy resins, alizarin oil enanth aldehyde, undecylenic acid and sebacic acid. Used as the polyol in the polyurethane producing reaction.
Lubricants
Use as a lubricating oil.
Liquids for hydraulic drives
Fluid based on castor for hydraulic brakes cars. Used in brake systems only with drum brakes (trucks and cars older models, such as GAZ-24).
Medical applications
Castor oil is the basis of a number of ointments and balms (including Vishnevsky ointment).
Castor oil is used as a means to strengthen the hair.
Food processing industry
In food industry, castor oil can be used as a separating agent. Registered as a food additive E1503.