Technical Data Sheet
ACS Grade · 100%
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (triglyceride of ricinoleic acid) | NLT 90.0% of the triglyceride of ricinoleic acid | 100.0 % | USP <401> / GC of fatty acid methyl esters | USP monograph |
| Acid Value | NMT 2.0 | 0.35 | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Acid Value | USP monograph |
| Composition of fatty acids — Ricinoleic acid | 85.0–92.0 | 88.5 | GC, USP Fats and Fixed Oils <401> | USP monograph |
| Free Fatty Acids | To Pass Test | Passes test | Titration | Supplier specification |
| Heavy Metals | 10 mg/kg | 1 mg/kg | Colorimetric heavy metals limit test | Supplier specification |
| Hydroxyl Value | 160–168 | 164 | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Hydroxyl Value | USP monograph |
| Iodine Value | Between 83 and 88 | Passes test | Wijs (g I2/100 g) | FCC |
| Lead | Not more than 0.1 mg/kg | 0.01 mg/kg | FCC lead limit test / ICP-MS | FCC |
| Peroxide Value | NMT 10.0 | 1.2 | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Peroxide Value | USP monograph |
| Saponification Value | Between 176 and 185 | Passes test | Titration (mg KOH/g) | FCC |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | NMT 0.8% | 0.35 % | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Unsaponifiable Matter | USP monograph |
| Water | NMT 0.3% | 0.08 % | USP <921> | USP monograph |
| Arsenic (as As) | NMT 1 mg/kg | 0.03 mg/kg | ICP-MS, USP <233> | Interpreted |
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.
| Grade | Concentration | Typical Assay | SKU | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This grade ACS Grade | 100% | — | current | current |
| Technical | 100% | — | 100-pure-castor-oil | 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.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow viscous | Published reference |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | NMT 2 | Interpreted |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 0.957–0.961 | USP monograph |
| Boiling Point | 313 | Published reference |
| Melting Point | -10 | Published reference |
| Flash Point | 254 | Published reference |
| Solubility (water) | Insoluble in water | Published reference |
| Refractive Index (nD 20) | 1.477 - 1.481 | Interpreted |
| 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.
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.
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for 100% Pure Castor Oil ACS Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.
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.
Not regulated for transport.
Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
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).
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| 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.