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100% Pure Castor Oil Technical Grade
Technical · 100%
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- 100% Pure Castor Oil Technical Grade
- Alliance Code
- 100-pure-castor-oil
- Grade
- Technical
- Concentration
- 100%
- CAS Number
- 8001-79-4Adjudicated
- Formula
- C18H34O3Alliance SDS
- Molecular Weight
- 298.46 g/molAlliance SDS
- Product Type
- solution
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetyl Value | 140 MIN | 146 | Titration (mg KOH/g) | Supplier specification |
| Acid Value | Max 2.00 mg KOH/g | 0.80 | AOCS Cd 3d-63 | Supplier specification |
| Free Fatty Acid (as Oleic) | 1.0 max % | 0.40 % | AOCS Ca 5a-40 | Supplier specification |
| Free Fatty Acid (FFA) | Max 1.00 % | 0.40 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Hydroxyl Value | Min 160 mg KOH/g | 164 | AOCS Cd 13-60 | Supplier specification |
| Insoluble Impurities | 0.02 maximum % | 0.005 % | AOCS Ca 3-46 | Supplier specification |
| Iodine Value | 82 – 90 g I2/100g | 86 | AOCS Cd 1-25 | Supplier specification |
| Optical Rotation | +3.5 - + 6.0 Deg | Passes test | Polarimetry | Supplier specification |
| Ricinoleic Acid | 85 min % | 89.0 % | GC Analysis | Supplier specification |
| Saponification Value | 177 – 185 mg KOH/g | 181 | AOCS Cd 3-25 | Supplier specification |
| Solubility in alcohol @ 20 °C | Complete without turbidity in two volumes of specially denatured alcohol formula 3A (95%). | Passes test | ASTM D 960 | Supplier specification |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | 1.00 % MAX | 0.45 % | Solvent extraction, gravimetric | Supplier specification |
| Moisture & Volatile Matter | 0.25 (2,500 ppm) max % | 0.10 % | AOCS Ca 2c-25 | Supplier specification |
Specification values are guaranteed limits. Typical values are representative of production lots and are not guaranteed. Lot-specific certificates of analysis ship with every order.
Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations
| Grade | Concentration | Typical Assay | SKU | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This grade Technical | 100% | — | current | current |
| ACS Grade | 100% | — | 100-pure-castor-oil-acs-grade | View TDS → |
| USP Grade | 100% | — | 100-usp-pure-castor-oil | View TDS → |
Typical assay shown is the rolling-window mean from the sibling product's most recent lots. Grade selection drives downstream end-use — verify the sibling grade matches your specification before substitution.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear and free from suspended matter | Supplier specification |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | 20.0Y / 2.0R max. | Supplier specification |
| Density | 0.954 – 0.960 | Supplier specification |
| Boiling Point | 313 | Published reference |
| Melting Point | -18 | Published reference |
| Flash Point | 246 | Published reference |
| Solubility (water) | Organic solvent soluble, water insoluble | Published reference |
| Refractive Index (nD 20) | 1.477 - 1.481 | Supplier specification |
| Viscosity | 6.3 – 8.9 Stokes | Supplier specification |
Materials of Construction
| Material | Rating | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDPE | Compatible | — | novaind.in |
| Steel | Compatible | — | novaind.in |
| Mild steel (MS drums) | Compatible | — | biapur.ru |
Compatibility is drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation for this product; each rating is sourced. Confirm against your specific duty cycle before equipment selection.
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Hazard Class
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Packing Group
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- —no canonical
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- —no canonical
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- —no canonical
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- —no canonical
- NIOSH IDLH
- —no canonical
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for 100% Pure Castor Oil Technical Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Applications
- Industrial raw material for manufacture of castor oil derivatives (HCO, 12-HSA, ricinoleic acid) and for leather, textile, resin, paint and cosmetic manufacturebiapur.ru
- Base stock for high-performance industrial greases and lubricating fluidsnovaind.in
- Chemical precursor for derivatives such as sebacic acid and 12-hydroxystearic acidnovaind.in
- Used in polyurethane coating formulationsnovaind.in
- Raw material for safety product manufacturing.novaind.in
Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.novaind.in
- Handling Precautions
- Use standard chemical PPE — splash goggles, gloves, lab coat. Refer to SDS for hazard-specific PPE requirements.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- moisturenovaind.in
- Shelf Life
- 12 monthsacme-hardesty.comFrom date of manufacture, kept at ambient temperatures, unopened
For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.
Packaging & Logistics
Shipping Description (US DOT)
Not regulated for transport.
Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-06-17 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | 2026-06-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 4 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
| canonical_change |
| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.