Refined Castor Oil – Pale Pressed Grade

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Refined Castor Oil – Pale Pressed Grade (PP)

Refined Castor Oil – Pale Pressed Grade (PP) is a premium quality, light-colored oil obtained from the first pressing of high-grade castor seeds. It is clear, low in acidity, and free from suspended matter, making it suitable for both industrial and specialty applications. Due to its purity and refined nature, Pale Pressed Castor Oil is often preferred where a lighter color and low free fatty acid content are critical.

This grade of castor oil is widely used as a raw material in the production of various industrial products. With appropriate certifications, it may also be used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care formulations.

Applications:

  • Manufacturing of polyurethane casting resins
  • Printing inks and dyes
  • Used as a dielectric material in electrical condensers
  • As a component in hydraulic fluids for vehicles and machinery
  • In sealants, adhesives, and caulking compounds
  • Production of waxes, polishes, and coatings
  • In specialty lacquers and finishes
Sr No. Specification / Characteristics Parameters
1 FREE FATTY ACID 1.0 MAX
2 ACID VALUE 2.0 MAX
3 MOISTURE AND VOLATILE MATTER 0.25 MAX
4 INSOLUBLE IMPURITIES 0.02% MAX
5 IODINE VALUE 82 - 90
6 HYDROXYL VALUE 160 - 168
7 ACETYL VALUE 140 MIN
8 SAPONIFICATION VALUE 177 - 187
9 UNSAPONIFIABLE MATTER 1.00 MAX
10 COLOUR LOVIBOND 5 ¼’’ CELL YELLOW 10, RED 1 MAX
11 REFRACTIVE INDEX 1.477 - 1.481
12 RELATIVE DENSITY 15/15.5 DC 0.958 - 0.969
13 VISCOSITY GARDNER - HOLD U -- V
14 STROKES 6.3 - 8.9
15 APPEARANCE 250 DC BRILLANTY CLEAR AND FREE OF SUSPENDED MATTER
16 ORDER VERY SLIGHTLY, CHARACTERISTIC
17 RICINOLEIC ACID CONTENT 85% MIN