Cold Pressed Castor Oil
– A plant extract (vegetable oil) derived from the Castor seeds, Ricinus communis.
– Comprises of naturally occurring components (ricinoleic acid & essential fatty acids) which exhibits moisturizing, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, laxative properties, etc.
– 100% Pure, Natural and of India Origin
Around the world, Castor Oil is already an extremely popular natural ingredient in the cosmetic and personal care industry. It is often used for standalone application and is also an integral part of many beauty formulations.
A non-drying liquid, castor oil is highly sought after due to its multi-purpose usage in both haircare and skin care products. Due to its natural emollient properties, cold-pressed castor oil thoroughly moisturises the skin and scalp. Castor oil is both nurturing and soothing at the same time.
Castor oil is dominated by Ricinoleic Acid making up to 85% of the total oil composition. Other fatty acids include Oleic Acid (2-6%), Linoleic Acid (1-5%), Stearic Acid (0.5-1%) and Palmitic acid (0.5-1%).
Cold Pressed Castor Oil possess the following specifications and complies to BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) parameters: -
| Sr. No. | Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | Pale Yellow, brilliantly clear, viscous liquid |
| 2 | Ricinoleic acid | Min. 85% |
| 3 | Specific Gravity @ 30°C | 0.954 – 0.960 |
| 4 | Free Fatty Acids (as oleic) | Max. 0.40 % |
| 5 | Moisture | Max. 0.35 % |
COSMETIC - Antioxidant, Moisturizing, Softening, Soothing, Strengthening, Stimulating, Antibacterial
MEDICINAL –Anti-Inflammatory, Decongestant, De-toxicant, Laxative, Stimulating, Regulating
INDUSTRIAL – Paints, Coatings, Inks, Lubricants, Resins, Waxes, Polymers, Elastomers, Sebacic Acid, etc.
It is recommended that Cold Pressed Castor Oil be kept in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life.
Packing – 950 KG IBC tanks I 200 KG MS/HDPE Barrels I 50 KG HDPE Carboys
