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100% Pure Castor Oil ACS Grade
ACS Grade · 100%
- CAS number
- 8001-79-4
- Structure
Structure · PubChem - Grade
- ACS Grade · 100%
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- 100% Pure Castor Oil ACS Grade
- Alliance Code
- 100-pure-castor-oil-acs-grade
- Grade
- ACS Grade
- Concentration
- 100%
- CAS Number
- 8001-79-4Adjudicated
- Formula
- —Adjudicated
- Molecular Weight
- —Adjudicated
- Product Type
- Solution
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (triglyceride of ricinoleic acid) | NLT 90.0% of the triglyceride of ricinoleic acid | 99.7 % | USP <401> / GC of fatty acid methyl esters | Interpreted |
| Acid Value | NMT 2.0 | 0.39 | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Acid Value | Interpreted |
| Composition of fatty acids — Ricinoleic acid | 85.0–92.0 | 88.2 | GC, USP Fats and Fixed Oils <401> | Interpreted |
| Free Fatty Acids | To Pass Test | Passes test | Titration | Interpreted |
| Heavy Metals | 10 mg/kg | 1.4 mg/kg | Colorimetric heavy metals limit test | Interpreted |
| Hydroxyl Value | 160–168 | 165 | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Hydroxyl Value | Interpreted |
| Iodine Value | Between 83 and 88 | 86.1 | Wijs (g I2/100 g) | Interpreted |
| Lead | Not more than 0.1 mg/kg | 0.016 mg/kg | FCC lead limit test / ICP-MS | Interpreted |
| Peroxide Value | NMT 10.0 | 1.6 | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Peroxide Value | Interpreted |
| Saponification Value | Between 176 and 185 | 180.4 | Titration (mg KOH/g) | Interpreted |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | NMT 0.8% | 0.42 % | USP <401> Fats and Fixed Oils, Procedures, Unsaponifiable Matter | Interpreted |
| Water | NMT 0.3% | 0.104 % | USP <921> | Interpreted |
| Arsenic (as As) | NMT 1 mg/kg | 0.050 mg/kg | ICP-MS, USP <233> | Interpreted |
Values are reproduced from the current product reference. Source labels do not by themselves establish a supplier guarantee or a test result for your lot. Confirm applicable acceptance limits and request lot-specific documentation.
Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations
| 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.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow viscous | Adjudicated |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | NMT 2 | Interpreted |
| Odor | Faint, characteristic vegetable-oil odor | Adjudicated |
| Specific Gravity | 0.958–0.969 at 15–25 °C (water = 1) | Adjudicated |
| Boiling Point | About 313 °C (595 °F), with decomposition | Adjudicated |
| Melting Point | About -10 °C (14 °F); thickens and begins to solidify below this | Adjudicated |
| Flash Point | 229 °C (444 °F), closed cup | Adjudicated |
| Vapor Pressure | Negligible at 20 °C | Adjudicated |
| Solubility (water) | Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol | Adjudicated |
| Refractive Index (nD 20) | 1.477 - 1.481 | Interpreted |
| Viscosity | 600–800 cSt at 25 °C | Adjudicated |
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 HCS 2024
- Signal Word
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- Not applicableAdjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- Not applicableAdjudicated
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: NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Health & Fire Hazard
Acute Toxicology
- LD₅₀ Oral (rat)
- > 5,000 mg/kg (rat, read-across)Adjudicated
Acute toxicology values from SDS Section 11 or NIOSH RTECS.
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 ACS 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
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
- Keep closed in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight to slow rancidity. Store away from oxidizers.Adjudicated
- 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
- Strong oxidizing agents; strong acids and bases.Adjudicated
- Shelf Life
- 12 monthsnovaind.inFrom date of manufacture, under recommended storage conditions (cool, dry, out of direct sunlight, containers tightly closed)
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, Chief Commercial Officer, DOT Hazmat–certified (49 CFR 172.704).
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 | 2026-10-07 | Canonical data updated: 21 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.3 | 2026-10-02 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.2 | 2026-09-30 | Canonical data updated: 4 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 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.