Product name: Ricinoleic Acid
English alias: 12-Hydroxy-9-octadecenoic acid; Hydroxyoleic acid
CAS: 141-22-0
Molecular formula: C18H34O3
Appearance: Pale yellow to yellow viscous liquid
Package: 25kg/drum,200kg/drum
What is Ricinoleic Acid?
Ricinoleic Acid is a naturally occurring hydroxylated fatty acid derived primarily from castor oil. It is the main component of castor oil, making up around 85–90% of its content. This unique unsaturated fatty acid features both a hydroxyl group and a double bond, giving it excellent reactivity and surfactant properties. Ricinoleic Acid is used in a wide range of industrial and cosmetic applications including plasticizers, lubricants, coatings, and emulsifiers. In personal care products, it serves as an emollient, dispersing agent, and moisturizing component due to its skin-conditioning and film-forming properties.
COA
项目 Item | 产品指标 Specification | 检测结果 Result |
凝固点 Freezing point, ℃ | -3 ~ -5 | -5 |
碘值 Iodine number, g/100g | 60 – 90 | 87 |
酸值 Acid number, mg KOH/g | 175 – 185 | 180 |
羟值 Hydroxyl number | 150 | 160 |
水分 Moisture, % | ≤ 0.5 | 0.3 |
Application
Ricinoleic Acid used as an intermediate in the production of plasticizers, surfactants, and coatings
Ricinoleic Acid serves as a raw material for making esters, polyurethanes, and polyamides
Ricinoleic Acid applied in cosmetics and personal care as a skin-conditioning agent and emulsifier
Ricinoleic Acid acts as a lubricant in metalworking fluids and high-temperature greases
Ricinoleic Acid used in pharmaceutical formulations for its mildness and bio-based origin
Provides dispersing and wetting functions in pigment and dye applications
Cosmetics:
Ricinoleic Acid derivatives are used in detergents, skin and hair conditioners, and softening agents.
Plastics:
Ricinoleic Acid used as a plasticizer and emulsifier.
Lubricants:
A feedstock for the production of high-performance lubricants.
Surfactants:
A key component in amphoteric surfactants and detergent formulations.
Chemical intermediate:
Ricinoleic Acid acts as a precursor for other oleochemicals, such as ricinoleic alcohol and azelaic acid.
Safety profile
Ricinoleic Acid is generally considered safe, non-toxic, and biodegradable. It is well-tolerated in topical applications and rarely causes irritation or sensitization, making it suitable for use in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Despite its natural origin, patch testing is recommended for sensitive individuals. It is also environmentally friendly and derived from renewable plant sources.
Storage requirements
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
Keep containers tightly sealed and protected from moisture
Avoid exposure to strong oxidizing agents and direct sunlight
Transport & Packaging
Ricinoleic Acid is available in standard 25 kg drums or as per customer requirements,200kg/drum. It is not classified as hazardous for transport and can be shipped under standard chemical transportation conditions.
