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Castor Oil (All Grades)
GreenChem Industries is a supplier and distributor of Castor Oil (CAS 8001-79-4) for industrial buyers. Request a bulk quote, SDS, or TDS, or call (561) 659-2236 or email [email protected].
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DESCRIPTION
Castor Oil has a chemical formula of C18H34O3 and is characterized as a vegetable oil pressed from castor beans. The pale yellow liquid with a distinct odor comprises of triglycerides, oleic acid, and linoleic acid. It is relied on in the manufacturing of several items like soaps, dyes, paints, coatings, inks, waxes, perfumes, brake fluids, and more.
IDENTIFIERS
Chemical Name
Castor Oil (All Grades)
CAS #
8001-79-4
EC #
232-293-8
Molecular Formula
C18H34O3
InChI Key
ZEMPKEQAKRGZGQ-AAKVHIHISA-N
Synonyms
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Ricinus Oil
CLASSIFICATIONS
Product Group 1
OilsProduct Group 2
Lubricants & Greases, HI&I, CASE, Personal CarePROPERTIES
Boiling point
313 ° C (lit.)
bp
313 °C (lit.)
Density
0,955g/ml at 25 °C
Free Fatty Acid (%)
Max: 1
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/gm)
Min: 158, Max: 168
Lodine Value (g I2/100g)
Min: 82, Max: 90
Lovibond Color in 5.25" Cell (Red) (-)
Max: 2
Lovibond Color in 5.25" Cell (Yellow) (-)
Max: 20
Melting point
-10 °C
Optical activity
[α]20/D +5°, c = 5 in ethanol
Refractive index
n20/d1.478 (lit.) fema2263|c
Saponification Value (mg KOH/gm)
Min: 175, Max: 187
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Does GreenChem Industries supply Castor Oil in bulk?
Yes. GreenChem Industries distributes Castor Oil for industrial buyers. Request pricing and packaging options for drums, totes/IBCs, bulk/tank, bags, pails, or ISO tanks.
What is the CAS number for Castor Oil?
The CAS registry number for Castor Oil is 8001-79-4.
How do I request an SDS or TDS for Castor Oil?
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