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Technical Specifications
| Odor | Very mild to practically odourless |
| Source | Refined & Deodorized Ricinus communis |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.25% |
| Acid Value | ≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; miscible with organics |
| Iodine Value | 82 – 90 g I₂/100 g |
| Hydroxyl Value | 160 – 168 |
| Specific Gravity | 0.957 – 0.967 |
| Saponification Value | 177 – 185 mg KOH/g |
Deodorized Castor Oil
Description
Deodorized Castor Oil is a high-purity, low-odor specialty oil processed to remove the characteristic smell of conventional castor oil. By subjecting refined oil to controlled steam stripping or vacuum treatment, volatile odor-causing components are reduced while preserving the oil's core chemistry. This results in a triglyceride rich in ricinoleic acid that maintains the same robust emollient, film-forming, and reactive properties as standard grades.
With its practically neutral odor, light color, and excellent oxidative stability, Deodorized Castor Oil is the ideal choice for sensitive formulations where sensory profile is critical. It provides a clean base for fragranced or fragrance-free products, ensuring that the natural smell of the oil does not mask or alter the intended scent of the final product. It is particularly valued in premium cosmetics, lip care, and pharmaceutical ointments.
Typical Applications
- Personal Care & Cosmetics: Essential for facial creams, serums, and body butters where a neutral base is required. Widely used in lipsticks, mascaras, and balms to provide gloss and conditioning without imparting an off-odor.
- Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical: Serves as a patient-friendly excipient in topical ointments and medicated gels. Also used as a clean carrier oil in oral and herbal formulations requiring a neutral organoleptic profile.
- Industrial & Technical: Applied in specialty lubricants and printing inks for odor-sensitive environments. Functions as a low-odor intermediate for esters and surfactants in premium coatings and adhesives.
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