Methyl Ricinoleate

CanCastor's Methyl Ricinoleate stands as a testament to sustainable chemistry, offering a high-performance, bio-based solution derived directly from castor oil. This versatile methyl ester is celebrated for its unique chemical profile, combining a long hydrophobic chain with a reactive hydroxyl group. This dual functionality makes it an invaluable ingredient across a myriad of industrial applications, from advanced lubricants and renewable plasticizers to essential intermediates in polymers, coatings, and specialty chemical formulations. Leveraging CanCastor’s expertise in castor derivatives, our Methyl Ricinoleate is produced through precisely controlled esterification or alcoholysis processes, ensuring exceptional purity, consistent quality, and low moisture content, tailored to meet the rigorous demands of modern industries seeking eco-friendly alternatives.

The Science Behind Methyl Ricinoleate

Methyl Ricinoleate is the methyl ester of ricinoleic acid, the primary fatty acid naturally occurring in castor oil. Typically presenting as a clear to pale-yellow, viscous liquid, it is characterized by its insolubility in water but excellent miscibility with a wide range of organic solvents and oils. Its distinct molecular structure imparts exceptional lubricity and film strength, making it a superior choice for formulations requiring enhanced performance and bio-based credentials. CanCastor’s commitment to quality ensures a product that delivers reliable results, contributing to the development of more sustainable end-products without compromising on efficacy.

Key Applications and Advantages

CanCastor's Methyl Ricinoleate offers significant advantages across diverse sectors, driven by its unique properties as a renewable fatty-acid ester.

• Advanced Lubricants and Metalworking Fluids: As a premier bio-based lubricant or additive, Methyl Ricinoleate enhances hydraulic fluids, cutting oils, gear oils, and synthetic lubricants. It significantly improves lubricity, reduces friction, boosts film strength, and ensures superior low-temperature performance, making it ideal for demanding industrial machinery and automotive applications. Its inherent polarity contributes to excellent metal adhesion and anti-wear properties.
• Polymer and Coating Industry: Functioning as an effective renewable plasticizer, it imbues flexibility and durability into various polymers, including cellulosic resins, polyvinyl acetate (PVA), polystyrene, and certain elastomers. It also serves as a critical component in thermosetting elastomers and specialty resins, facilitating the creation of more pliable and environmentally sound materials.
• Corrosion Inhibitors and Additives: Its surface-active nature and polar functional groups make it an excellent additive in corrosion-inhibitor packages, fuels, and oils. It forms protective barriers, extending the lifespan of metallic components and improving system efficiency.
• Personal Care and Surfactant Systems: In selected cosmetic and personal care formulations, Methyl Ricinoleate acts as a superb dispersing agent, emulsion stabilizer, conditioning agent, and emollient, contributing to product stability and skinfeel.
• Emerging Sustainable Solutions: With increasing demand for biodegradable plastics and eco-friendly materials, Methyl Ricinoleate is at the forefront of innovation. It is actively investigated as a sustainable building block, capable of partially replacing petrochemical inputs, thereby reducing the environmental footprint of numerous products.

Specifications at a Glance

CanCastor ensures that our Methyl Ricinoleate meets stringent quality standards. While detailed specifications are available upon request, typical characteristics include:

• Purity: High, typically >90% Methyl Ricinoleate content.
• Acid Value: Low, indicating minimal free fatty acid content.
• Hydroxyl Value: Consistent, reflecting the presence of the crucial hydroxyl group.
• Iodine Value: Characteristic of its unsaturated fatty acid profile.
• Appearance: Clear, pale-yellow, viscous liquid.

By choosing CanCastor's Methyl Ricinoleate, manufacturers gain access to a powerful, sustainable chemical solution that enhances product performance while aligning with global environmental objectives. Discover how this innovative castor oil derivative can elevate your formulations.