Alnor Oil Company Low Moisture Castor Oil

Alnor Oil Company Low Moisture Castor Oil is characterized by its triglyceride composition, offering functionalities in both plastics and elastomers. Specifically, it serves as a plasticizer, enhancing the properties of these materials. Notably, this product is distinguished by its high viscosity and transparent color, which are key features defining its utility in various applications.

INCI Name: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Chemical Family: Triglycerides

Functions: Base Stock & Oil, Binder & Resin, Plasticizer

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

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Triglycerides
Chemical Name: Castor Oil
INCI Name: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
CASE Ingredients Functions: Binder & Resin
Fluids & Lubricants Functions: Base Stock & Oil
Plastics & Elastomers Functions: Plasticizer
Technologies: CASE Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients,
Elastomers,
Fluids & Lubricants,
Industrial Additives & Materials,
Plastics
Product Families: Fluids & Lubricants — Base Stocks & Oils
API Group V
Elastomers — Elastomer Additives
Performance Additives
Plastics — Polymer Additives
Performance Additives
CASE Ingredients — Resins & Binders
Other Resins & Binders
Industrial Additives & Materials — Textile & Leather Chemicals
Finishing Additives & Treatments
Cosmetic Ingredients — Vitamins, Extracts & Oils
Fixed & Carrier Oils

Features & Benefits

Materials Features: High Viscosity

Applications & Uses

Markets: Industrial,
Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Skin Care
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Fluids & Lubricants
Industrial — Leather & Textiles
Textile Manufacturing
Applicable Processes: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing,
Rubber Manufacturing,
Textiles Manufacturing,
Urethane Manufacturing
Application Format: Bar,
Rinse Off
Fluids & Lubricants Type: Greases
Bath & Shower Applications: Bar Soaps

Properties

Color: Transparent
Physical Form: Liquid
Odor: Slight
Soluble in: Alcohol (at 20°C)
Typical Properties
Additional Information

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Hydroxyl Value	160 - 168	-	-
Color (Lovibond 5 1⁄4” Red)	2	-	-
Color (Lovibond 5 1⁄4” Yellow)	20	-	-
Free Fatty Acid	max. 1	%	-
Insoluble Impurities	max. 0.02	%	-
Ricinoleic Acid Content	min. 85	%	-
Moisture & Volatile Content	max. 0.02	%	-
Viscosity	6.3 - 8.9	Stokes	-

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Acid Value	max. 2	-	-
Color	max. 3	Gardner	-
Iodine Value	83 - 88	-	-
Refractive Index (at 25°C)	1.476 - 1.479	-	-
Saponification Value	175 - 185	-	-
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)	0.957 - 0.965	-	-
Unsaponifiable Matter	max. 0.7	%	-