Castor oil, EP grade CAS 8001-79-4

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CAS: 8001-79-4

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Castor oil is a triglyceride extracted from the beans of Ricinus communis. It is widely used as a food additive, mould inhibitor and laxative, while its derivatives are used in the production of lubricant, paints and cosmetics. Castor oil is also a material of interest for the biodiesel industry.

Product Categories	Phytochemicals, Cosmetic Raw Materials
CAS RN	8001-79-4
Alternative CAS RN	-
EC Number	232-293-8
MDL Number	MFCD00130746
Storage Temperature	+20°C
Shipping Temperature	Ambient
Harmonised Tariff Code	1515309000

Physical Description	Clear, almost colourless or slightly yellow viscous liquid
Solubility	Slightly soluble in light petroleum, miscible with ethanol (96 per cent) and with acetic acid
Identification	A, B, C, D
Specific Optical Rotation	+3.5 - +6.0 °
Acid Value	≤ 2.0
Hydroxyl Value	≥ 150mgKOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0meqO2/kg
Unsaponifiable Matter	≤ 0.8%
Specific Absorbance	≤ 1.0
Composition of fatty acids	To conform to test
Water	≤ 0.3%
Pharmacopoeia Specification(s)	EP (Castor Oil, Virgin)
Specification Version	1.0