Castor Oil

• Catalog Number: ACM8001794
• Product Name: Castor Oil
• CAS: 8001-79-4
• Category: Heterocyclic Organic Compound
• Description: USP grade, natural vegetable oil derived from the seeds of the herbaceous plant castor, consisting of triglycerides of different fatty acids (90% ricinoleic acid, 3-4% oleic acid, 3-4% linoleic acid).
• Synonyms: Ricinus oil
• IUPAC Name: 2,3-Bis[[(Z)-12-hydroxyoctadec-9-enoyl]oxy]propyl (Z)-12-hydroxyoctadec-9-enoate
• Molecular Weight: 933.4
• Molecular Formula: C57H104O9
• Canonical SMILES: CCCCCCC(CC=CCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(COC(=O)CCCCCCCC=CCC(CCCCCC)O)OC(=O)CCCCCCCC=CCC(CCCCCC)O)O
• InChI: InChI=1S/C57H104O9/c1-4-7-10-31-40-51(58)43-34-25-19-13-16-22-28-37-46-55(61)64-49-54(66-57(63)48-39-30-24-18-15-21-27-36-45-53(60)42-33-12-9-6-3)50-65-56(62)47-38-29-23-17-14-20-26-35-44-52(59)41-32-11-8-5-2/h25-27,34-36,51-54,58-60H,4-24,28-33,37-50H2,1-3H3/b34-25-,35-26-,36-27-
• InChI Key: ZEMPKEQAKRGZGQ-AAKVHIHISA-N
• Boiling Point: 313 °C
• Melting Point: -10 °C
• Flash Point: >230 °F
• Density: 0.955 g/mL at 25 °C
• Solubility: Oil-Soluble
• Appearance: Clear slightly yellowish viscous liquid, mild characteristic odor
• Application: Creams, lotions, hair care products, sun care, lip care products.
• Storage: Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
• Composition: Ricinus communis (castor) oil
• Exact Mass: 932.76803489
• Features And Benefits: Excellent emollient leaving the skin soft and smoothGood hair conditioner making the hair looked nourished and shinyWidely used as moisturizer and lubricant in lip care products to add shine and luster
• HS Code: 1515908002
• Isomeric SMILES: CCCCCCC(O)C/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(OC(=O)CCCCCCC/C=C\CC(O)CCCCCC)COC(=O)CCCCCCC/C=C\CC(O)CCCCCC
• Monoisotopic Mass: 932.76803489
• Physical State: Viscous hygroscopic liquid
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.478(lit.)
• Safety Description: 24/25
• Storage Conditions: Dry place
• Topological Polar Surface Area: 140 Ų

Custom Q&A

What is the primary medicinal use of castor oil?

The primary medicinal use of castor oil is as a strong laxative for constipation.

What effect does the ricinoleic acid in castor oil have on the intestines?

The ricinoleic acid in castor oil forms sodium and potassium salts in the alkaline environment of the intestines, which exhibits an irritant effect on the mucous membranes and causes increased peristalsis.

What are the external uses of castor oil?

Castor oil can be used externally for rheumatic complaints, muscle and joint pain, treatment of heel spurs, and inflammation of the skin.

What are the properties of castor oil that make it effective in these external applications?

Castor oil has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antibacterial properties.

What potential medical uses are being explored for castor oil?

Preliminary results from in vitro and animal models suggest that castor oil may have potential use in the treatment of diabetes and cancer, but it has not been confirmed in clinical trials.

How is castor oil used in cosmetics?

Castor oil is used in cosmetics for its conditioning properties, moisturizing effects, and high content of unsaturated fatty acids. It is used in skin care for treating conditions like acne, boils, warts, scars, and stretch marks. It is also used in hair care products to strengthen, moisturize, and stimulate hair growth.

Does castor oil have cleansing properties?

Yes, castor oil exhibits cleansing properties and can be used as a facial cleanser and makeup remover.

How does castor oil benefit nails?

Castor oil helps to strengthen and nourish the nails, as well as repair damage caused by frequent use of regular or hybrid nail polish.